Overview
- Somalia’s federal government issued a statement thanking countries and international organizations for defending its sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity.
- Mogadishu reaffirmed that Somaliland remains part of Somalia under international law and condemned Israel’s recognition as a violation of UN principles.
- Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Cirro told supporters he expects additional recognitions following Israel’s step, without naming prospective states.
- Somaliland summoned its representative to Djibouti for consultations after Djibouti strongly criticized the Israel–Somaliland relationship at the UN Security Council.
- Protests denouncing Israel’s decision have been held in several Somali cities, reflecting growing public anger.