Somali president says Israeli recognition of Somaliland is 'illegal aggression'

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The President of Somalia said Israeli recognition of Somaliland violated international law, as 21 countries signed a joint statement condemning the 'unprecedented' move and warning of regional repercussions

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06:38 AM • December 28 2025 IST

Somalia's president said Saturday that Israel's recognition of Somaliland, a self-declared breakaway region of Somalia, was an "illegal aggression," a view backed by 21 countries in a joint statement.

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