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.
Somali National Armed Forces killed five Khawarij militants in a targeted raid near Bardhere in Gedo region, dismantling strongholds with no civilian casualties, as part of wider counterterrorism efforts.
The UN Security Council meets Monday at Somalia’s request to discuss Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, amid sovereignty disputes, legal concerns and rising regional diplomatic tensions.
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 told parliament Israel’s recognition of Somaliland violates international law, threatens Somalia’s sovereignty and will be challenged through diplomatic and legal action.
Somalia’s bicameral parliament passed a six-point resolution rejecting Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, calling it illegal, a violation of international law and a threat to regional stability in the Horn of Africa.
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, amid Somali and regional condemnation and concerns over stability in the Horn of Africa.
