Tag: sovereignty dispute

Iran has condemned the Israeli foreign minister’s visit to Somaliland as an illegal entry into Somali territory, warning it undermines Somalia’s sovereignty and urging wider international opposition.

Rwanda has backed Somalia’s sovereignty, aligning with AU and EAC statements rejecting Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as independent, as the dispute advances to major diplomatic platforms.

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud will brief a rare joint parliamentary session on Sunday over Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, as Somalia seeks a unified response to defend its sovereignty.

Somalia has ordered more than 40 embassies to lobby host governments after Israel recognized Somaliland, seeking to block further recognitions and defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.