Israel Given Recognition to Somaliland: What Happened, Why It Matters to Somalia and the Region, and What Comes Next
Table of contents 1. Quick summary (Israel Given Recognition to Somaliland) On December 26, 2025, Israel formally became the first UN member to recognise Somaliland as an independent state. The announcement—framed by Israel as a historic diplomatic opening—was met by immediate, fierce objections from Somalia, regional bodies and multiple African governments. 2. What happened — … Read more
