Somalia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Abukar Baalle, has issued a strong warning to Israel against any actions that undermine the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia, during an emergency session of the United Nations Security Council.
Speaking before the Council, Ambassador Baalle expressed Somalia’s deep concern over what he described as Israel’s interference in Somalia’s internal affairs. He emphasized that any attempt to infringe upon Somalia’s sovereignty constitutes a clear violation of international law and poses a serious threat to peace and stability in the Horn of Africa.
The Somali envoy stressed that Somalia is a sovereign nation whose territorial integrity is guaranteed under international legal frameworks, including the United Nations Charter. He noted that unilateral actions taken by any state against a UN member country undermine the principles upon which the international system is built and risk setting a dangerous precedent with wider regional implications.
Ambassador Baalle further underscored that Somalia has consistently upheld international norms and expects the same respect from other nations. He warned that actions disregarding these principles could fuel instability in an already fragile region, affecting not only Somalia but neighboring countries as well.
During his address, the ambassador called on the international community and members of the Security Council to take a clear and principled stance in defense of international law, state sovereignty, and territorial integrity. He urged the Council to reaffirm its longstanding resolutions supporting Somalia’s unity and to reject any measures that could legitimize interference or fragmentation.
In conclusion, Ambassador Baalle reiterated Somalia’s commitment to constructive engagement with the international community while firmly defending its national sovereignty. He reaffirmed Somalia’s support for multilateralism and respect for international law, calling on all states to adhere to these shared principles in the interest of global peace and security.