December 30 , 2025
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- Israel became the first country to formally recognise the Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state.
- Somaliland is a self-declared state in the Horn of Africa that has operated separately from Somalia since 1991.
- The recognition was formalised through a joint declaration of mutual recognition between Israel and Somaliland.
- Israel announced plans for cooperation with Somaliland in agriculture, health, technology, and economic sectors.
- But Somalia rejected the recognition and stated that Somaliland remains part of its internationally recognised territory.
- The African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU) reaffirmed support for Somalia’s unity and territorial integrity.
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