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OIC Condemns Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland at Emergency Jeddah Meeting

The ministers cast the move as a breach of Somalia’s sovereignty and told member states to avoid official dealings with Somaliland outside Mogadishu’s authority.

Overview

  • The extraordinary session passed two resolutions, one rejecting Israel’s recognition of Somaliland and another opposing any schemes to displace Palestinians.
  • The OIC denounced a January 6 visit by an Israeli official to Somaliland, calling it a serious violation of Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
  • Member states and international organizations were urged to refrain from any official or quasi-official engagement with Somaliland authorities beyond Somalia’s national framework.
  • The organization categorically rejected any foreign military, security, or intelligence presence on Somali territory without approval from Somalia’s federal government.
  • The OIC asked its secretary general to engage the UN Security Council and General Assembly, as Somalia and several delegates, including from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, reaffirmed support for Somalia’s unity.