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Israel becomes first country to recognise Somaliland

Faisal Ali · Al Jazeera · 2025

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Faisal Ali
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2026-09-01
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26 December 2025; Somalia called the move an attack on its sovereignty and described Somaliland as an inseparable part of the country.

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EstablishedSomaliland's international status is disputed: Somalia regards it as part of its territory, most states have not recognised it, and Israel became the first UN member state to recognise it in December 2025.