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Israel Recognises Somaliland as an Independent State

Israel Recognises Somaliland as an Independent State On 26th December 2025, Israel became the second United Nations member state to officially recognise the Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state. The recognition has renewed debates over statehood, sovereignty, territorial integrity and international recognition in the Horn of Africa. Aspect Details Recognition by Israel Israel officially recognised Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state on 26th December 2025. Taiwan’s Position Taiwan had recognised Somaliland earlier in 2020. Ethiopia MoU Ethiopia signed an MoU in January 2024 to explore recognition in exchange for naval base access. Informal Diplomatic Ties Countries…

21 April, 2026 Middle East and West Asia

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