Israel’s first ambassador presents credentials in Somaliland

Israel's first ambassador to Somaliland presented his credentials to President Abdirahman Mohamed. Abdullahi, known as Sro, in Hargeisa. The ceremony also marked the laying of the cornerstone for an Israeli embassy. Israel recognized Somaliland in December 2025, becoming the first United Nations member state to do so. Somaliland declared independence from Somalia in 1991, but Mogadishu continues to claim it. I am the territory y W which has not been recognized by any other United Nations member state. Abdirahman called the occasion historic. while Ambassador Michael Latham said The recognition acknowledged what Somaliland had built over the past 35 years. The relationship has drawn criticism from Somalia. the Arab League, the African Union and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud accused Israel of seeking access to the Red Sea and alleged it sought a naval base in Somaliland. Somali Land officials have indicated openness Therefore, therefore, therefore, therefore to hosting an Israeli military base, though The Somali land authorities recently stated that no talks had taken place. so, so, so, so, so, so, so, so, so, so, so, so, so.