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RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

Somaliland President Makes First Visit to Israel After Historic ... Loading... JFeed Staff JUN 14, 2026 12:24 3 min read Presidents Abdullahi and Herzog. (GPO) President Isaac Herzog and First Lady Michal Herzog hosted Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and his wife, Fardowsa Mohamed Roble, at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem on Sunday, marking the first visit by a Somaliland president to Israel. The visit comes six months after Israel recognized Somaliland as an independent state and the two sides established relations in December. Abdullahi arrived with a senior delegation for what both countries described as a historic diplomatic visit. The Somaliland president and his wife were first welcomed in an official ceremony at the President’s Residence. Herzog and Abdullahi then held a diplomatic meeting, after which the two leaders delivered statements to the press. “Mr. President, we are pleased to host you and your wife, together with your delegation of ministers and leaders, in Israel for this historic visit,” Herzog said. “This first presidential visit symbolizes the great potential of the new partnership between our two nations.” Herzog said both countries h…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

Somaliland leader Abdullahi makes 'historic' trip to Israel Somaliland leader Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi met Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Sunday in west Jerusalem during his first state visit, which comes months after Israel official...

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

Somaliland president makes 'historic' visit to Israel - RFI Diplomacy Somaliland president makes 'historic' visit to Israel Somaliland's President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi met his Israeli counterpart on Sunday in Jerusalem in his first-ever state visit, which comes months after Israel officially recognised the breakaway African state. Issued on: 14/06/2026 - 15:53 Modified: 14/06/2026 - 15:54 1 min Reading time This handout photograph taken and released by the Somaliland Presidential Office on January 6, 2026 shows Somaliland's President Abdirahman Abdullahi Mohamed (R) posing for a photograph with Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar (L) at the Presidential Palace in Hargeisa. Israel's Foreign Minister arrived in Somaliland on January 6, 2026 in the first high-profile visit by an Israeli official since the country recognised the breakaway region in the Horn of Africa, the Somaliland presidency said. AFP - - By: RFI Advertising Read more In December, Israel became the first country to recognise the independence of Somaliland since it declared its autonomy from Somalia in 1991 following a civil war. "The visit carries special significance," said Abdullahi, according to …

Somalia: Somaliland President Receives Prestigious Friends of Zion Award [Horn Diplomat] Jerusalem -- Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro was awarded the prestigious Friends of Zion Award in Jerusalem on Tuesday, becoming one of a select group of international leaders recognized for strengthening ties with Israel and promoting cooperation between peoples and nations.

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

Israel welcomes Somaliland president in ‘historic’ visit Israel hosted Somaliland's President on a landmark visit to Jerusalem after recognising it as an independent state.

Israel Opens Diplomatic Chapter With Somaliland in Landmark Visit Politics Israel Opens Diplomatic Chapter With Somaliland in Landmark Visit On his first visit, Israeli Foreign Minister pledges ambassador and embassy in Somaliland despite limited international recognition. 2026-01-07 13:56 Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, L, Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, Hargeisa, Somaliland, Jan. 6, 2026. (Somaliland Gov.) Middle East Recognizing Somaliland an independent country by Israel Somaliland ERBIL (Kurdistan24) — Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar visited Somaliland on Tuesday, pledging to deepen bilateral ties and open an Israeli embassy, days after Israel became the first country to formally recognize the breakaway republic’s independence from Somalia—a move that has drawn sharp regional and international criticism. On his first official trip to Somaliland, Saar said Israel would soon appoint an ambassador and establish a permanent diplomatic presence in the territory, which most of the international community still considers part of Somalia. “Nobody will determine for Israel who we recognize and who we maintain diplomatic relations with,” Saar said, accordi…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

Somaliland Opens Embassy in Jerusalem - english.aawsat.com Somaliland opened its embassy in Jerusalem on Monday, Israel's foreign ministry announced, months after Israel became the first country to recognize the breakaway African state's independence. "Honored to host my dear friend President @Abdirahmanirro at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during his historic State Visit to open Somaliland's embassy in Jerusalem," Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar posted on X, during the first-ever state visit of President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi. "I'm proud of the privilege I had to write the first pages in the story of the Israel-Somaliland relationship," Saar added. Somaliland is the eighth country to open its embassy in Jerusalem, following the United States, Guatemala, Honduras, Kosovo, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay and Fiji. Most foreign diplomatic missions to Israel are located in Tel Aviv, as the status of Jerusalem is one of the thorniest issues in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. In December, Israel became the first country to recognize the independence of Somaliland since it declared its autonomy from Somalia in 1991 following a civil war.

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

Somaliland’s de facto leader makes ‘historic’ visit to Israel <p>JERUSALEM: Somaliland’s de facto leader Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi met his Israeli counterpart on Sunday in Jerusalem in his first-ever state visit, which comes months after Israel officially recognised the breakaway African state.</p> <p>In December, Israel <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/1963551">became</a> the first country to recognise the independence of Somaliland since it declared its autonomy from Somalia in 1991 following a civil war.</p> <p>“The visit carries special significance,” said Abdullahi, according to a statement issued by the office of Israeli President Isaac Herzog.</p> <p>“It is the first state visit by a president of the Republic of Somaliland to another country, and we are deeply appreciative that the State of Israel has chosen to receive us with such an honour on this historic occasion,” Abdullahi said.</p> <p>“Somaliland has been talking, has been reaching out to the world leaders for the last 35 years. They were asking only one question: to see us. Only one country desired to see us and recognise Somaliland, and that’s the government of Israel and its people.”</p> <p>Somaliland enjoys …

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

Somalia: Somaliland President Arrives in Israel, Opening New Chapter in Relations [Horn Diplomat] Jerusalem, June 14 (Horn Diplomat) -- Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro arrived in Israel on Sunday for a historic five-day state visit that is expected to deepen political, economic and security cooperation between Somaliland and Israel.

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

Somaliland President Arrives in Israel on Landmark Visit to Open Embassy MOGADISHU, Somalia,June 14 – Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday for a historic maiden visit aimed at cementing ties, months after Jerusalem controversially recognized the self-declared state's independence. The high-stakes visit comes at the invitation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, whose government formally recognized Somaliland in December 2025, triggering a furious response from the central government of Somalia. Somaliland, a breakaway region in northern Somalia, declared independence in 1991 but has since lacked widespread international recognition despite maintaining its own government, currency, and security apparatus. President Abdullahi, popularly known as "Irro," previously made a discreet trip to Israel during backchannel diplomatic talks that paved the way for the December recognition, officials said. On Sunday, Abdullahi was scheduled to receive an official welcome ceremony hosted by Israeli President Isaac Herzog at the presidential residence in Jerusalem. The diplomatic centerpiece of the trip will take place on Monday evening, when…

Israel's foreign minister arrives in Somaliland - Somali Guardian Share Facebook X Pinterest WhatsApp HARGEISA (Somaliguardian) – Israel’s Foreign Minister, Gideon Sa’ar, has arrived in Somaliland for a landmark visit that marks the first time an Israeli official has travelled to the self-declared republic since it was recognised by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu last month. 1 of 3 The visit, which took place on Tuesday, was conducted under heavy security in the northern Somali region. Measures were tightened across the capital, Hargeisa, where vehicles and pedestrians were subjected to screenings and security checks amid heightened concerns over potential threats. Mr Sa’ar and his delegation held talks with Somaliland’s president, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro, at the presidential palace. Discussions focused on the opening of diplomatic missions in both countries and cooperation across a wide range of sectors, including defence. “Your visit carries historic significance and marks an important milestone in the evolving relationship between the Republic of Somaliland and the state of Israel,” President Irro said during a joint press conference. “It reflects not only politica…

Somaliland President Seeks U.S. Partnership After Israel Recognition News Africa America Somaliland Facebook X Pinterest WhatsApp Linkedin Email Telegram By: Mohamed Duale DUBAI — Somaliland plans to step up diplomatic outreach to Washington and other major capitals following Israel’s recognition of the republic of Somaliland, pitching itself as a strategic and resource-rich partner in the Horn of Africa, its president said. President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdilahi Irro said the recognition by Israel late last year had elevated Somaliland’s international profile and created new momentum for its long-standing bid for wider recognition. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdilahi exchanges greetings with Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader inside the main conference hall during the World Governments Summit in Dubai. “The recognition of Somaliland was a historic moment for myself and for my people,” Abdilahi said in an interview with Semafor in Dubai . He said the move had drawn global attention to Somaliland’s political status and strategic position. Israel became the first country to formally recognize Somaliland in December, prompting criticism from the African Union, the…

Somaliland opens embassy in Jerusalem, signs strategic deal with Israel Share Facebook X Pinterest WhatsApp HARGEISA (Somaliguardian) – Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro on Monday inaugurated Somaliland’s embassy in Jerusalem alongside Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, marking a landmark moment in the territory’s international diplomacy and its rapidly expanding ties with Israel. The opening ceremony, attended by senior officials from both sides, saw Irro cut the ribbon at what Somaliland officials described as the territory’s first embassy in a foreign country. The move places Somaliland among a small number of countries and entities with diplomatic missions in Jerusalem. The development came during a high-profile visit to Israel by the Somaliland leader, who also held talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. According to Somaliland’s presidency, Irro thanked Netanyahu for Israel’s decision to recognize Somaliland, describing it as a historic step in relations between the two sides. In a statement published by the Somaliland presidency, Somaliland and Israel signed a Declaration of Strategic Cooperation aimed at deepening bilateral relations…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

'Israel answered first' - Somaliland president makes historic visit to Jerusalem | All Israel News Read this article in: Israeli President Isaac Herzog hosts Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed on his first state visit to Israel, June 14, 2026. (Photo: Ma'ayan Toaf/GPO) Israeli President Isaac Herzog hosted Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem on Sunday, marking the first official visit by a Somaliland president to Israel since Jerusalem recognized Somaliland’s independence in December 2025. The visit, which also included First Lady Fardowsa Mohamed Roble and a delegation of Somaliland public figures, highlights the rapidly developing relationship between the two countries following Israel’s landmark recognition of Somaliland as an independent state. In remarks welcoming his guest, Herzog said, “Mr. President, Michal and I are delighted to welcome you all here for the first state visit of the President of Somaliland to the State of Israel." Recalling their earlier meeting at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Herzog added, “We met back in Davos earlier this year, and now I'm very happy to receive you in our home for a visi…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

Somalia: Somaliland President Makes Historic Visit to Israel [Horn Diplomat] Jerusalem -- Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro on Sunday visited several of Israel's most significant national memorial and historical sites during the first day of his official visit to Israel, underscoring growing ties between Somaliland and Israel.

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

Somalia: Somaliland President Makes 'Historic' Visit to Israel [RFI] Somaliland's President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi met his Israeli counterpart on Sunday in Jerusalem in his first-ever state visit, which comes months after Israel officially recognised the breakaway African state.

Somaliland president meets Israeli counterpart in first Jerusalem visit | Middle East Eye Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi on Sunday became the first president of Somaliland to visit Israel , months after Israel recognised the breakaway Somali region. In a post on X, Abdullahi, widely known as Cirro, expressed that he was "honoured by the warm welcome" received from Israeli President Isaac Herzog, adding that the visit "marks a historic milestone" in the territory's relationship with Tel Aviv. "For thirty-five years, the people of Somaliland have built a peaceful, democratic, and resilient nation. We asked the world: Do you see us? Israel answered first," he said. "Today, history is being written, and Somaliland stands ready to forge a shared future founded on friendship, cooperation, and mutual respect." Abdullahi is expected to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Saar during his two-day visit, Israeli newspaper Maariv reported. New MEE newsletter: Jerusalem Dispatch Sign up to get the latest insights and analysis on Israel-Palestine, alongside Turkey Unpacked and other MEE newsletters Somaliland is an autonomous region in northern Somalia that dec…

Israeli foreign minister visiting Somaliland, sources say - Al-Monitor Israeli foreign minister visiting Somaliland, sources say Jan 6, 2026 Add AL-MONITOR on Google A demonstrator holds an image depicting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as Somalis attend a demonstration after Israel became the first country to formally recognise the self-declared Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state, a decision that could reshape regional dynamics and test Somalia's longstanding opposition to secession, in Hodan district of Mogadishu, Somalia, December 28, 2025. REUTERS/Feisal Omar — Feisal Omar NAIROBI/JERUSALEM, Jan 6 (Reuters) - Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar is on a visit to Somaliland in East Africa, where he is due to meet the semi-autonomous region's president later on Tuesday, according to a senior Somaliland official. A second source briefed on the visit confirmed the foreign minister was in Somaliland, without providing further details. The Israeli foreign ministry did not immediately respond when asked if the foreign minsiter was in Somaliland. The visit comes 10 days after Israel formally recognised the self-declared Republic of Somaliland as an…

Somaliland president makes historic visit to Israel Home News World Somaliland president makes historic visit to Israel Israel's President Isaac Herzog and Somaliland's President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi hold up glasses of beverage before giving statements to the press at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, June 14, 2026. - REUTERS AFP Sunday, 14 Jun 2026, 9:08 pm Facebook Twitter Linkedin WhatsApp Telegram Email Somaliland’s leader meets his Israeli counterpart in Jerusalem, months after Israel became the first country to recognise the breakaway state. JURUSALEM : Somaliland’s President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi met his Israeli counterpart on Sunday in Jerusalem in his first-ever state visit, which comes months after Israel officially recognised the breakaway African state. In December, Israel became the first country to recognise the independence of Somaliland since it declared its autonomy from Somalia in 1991 following a civil war. “The visit carries special significance,” said Abdullahi, according to a statement issued by the office of Israeli President Isaac Herzog. “It is the first state visit by a president of the Republic of Somaliland to another country, and w…

6 months after recognition, Somaliland and Israel move to unlock ... Six months after Israel formally recognized Somaliland, the two sides are moving to translate diplomatic ties into economic cooperation, with a new strategic partnership focused on investment, technology, agriculture, water management, and infrastructure development. President of the Republic of Somaliland Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Irro) and President of Israel Isaac Herzog Six months after Israel recognized Somaliland, both countries are transitioning toward concrete economic cooperation. High-level visits and talks have led to the signing of a Strategic Joint Declaration of Cooperation covering agriculture, water management, technology, and infrastructure. Israeli expertise is expected to help Somaliland address developmental challenges and attract foreign investment. Somaliland aims to position itself as a key trade and logistics hub in the Horn of Africa, leveraging its strategic port and new partnerships. ADVERTISEMENT Recommended articles lifestyle Rwanda and South Africa set 12-month deadline to lift ordinary passport visa freeze, unlocking stalled trade corridors lifestyle After years of distrust, Tur…

Visiting Somaliland president opens embassy in Jerusalem <p>Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullah launches site in capital's Har Hotzvim hi-tech park; foreign minister reveals guest was in Israel 2 months before latter's recognition of his country</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.timesofisrael.com/visiting-somaliland-president-opens-embassy-in-jerusalem/">Visiting Somaliland president opens embassy in Jerusalem</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.timesofisrael.com">The Times of Israel</a>.</p> <figure><img src="https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2026/06/Image-from-iOS-40-1024x640.jpg" title="Visiting Somaliland president opens embassy in Jerusalem" border="0" width="160" height="100" class="type:primaryImage"></figure>

Somaliland recognises Jerusalem as capital of Israel and will open an ... Somaliland is opening an embassy in Jerusalem, and Israel will reciprocate by opening one in the breakaway region of Somalia, in the latest sign that the two are deepening their ties. “I am pleased to announce that the Republic of Somaliland’s embassy will be located in Jerusalem - the embassy will be opened soon,” Mohamed Hagi, Somaliland’s ambassador to Israel, said on Tuesday. “Israel will also establish its embassy in Hargeisa, reflecting growing friendship, mutual respect, and strategic cooperation between our two peoples,” he added, referring to the capital of the internationally unrecognised territory. Somaliland is an autonomous region in northern Somalia that declared independence in 1991. Israel became the first United Nations member to recognise Somaliland as an independent state in December 2025. The move elicited a particularly strong response from Arab and Muslim states that are wary of Israel gaining a foothold in the strategic Horn of Africa through an unrecognised state. New MEE newsletter: Jerusalem Dispatch Sign up to get the latest insights and analysis on Israel-Palestine, alongside Turk…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…

RT.com16 Jun 2026, 20:41 GMT+10 The move follows Israels recognition of Somaliland Somaliland has officially opened an embassy in Israel, the territory's Foreign Ministry announced on Monday. Israel remains the only state to recognize the self-declared breakaway region of Somalia as a sovereign country. The move comes after Somaliland Ambassador Mohamed Hagi visited Israel in May and revealed plans for the diplomatic mission to be based in Jerusalem. He also said Israel would open its own embassy in Hargeisa, Somaliland's capital. "The opening of Somaliland's first-ever embassy in Jerusalem - a historic and long-awaited moment the people of Somaliland have waited more than 35 years to witness," the Somaliland's Foreign Ministry wrote on X. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Moshe Sa'ar attended the inauguration ceremony. Abdullahi arrived in Israel on Sunday and was received by President Isaac Herzog at the Presidential Residence in Jerusalem. It was the first state visit by a Somaliland leader to Israel. "This historic milestone reflects Somaliland's growing international presence and the strengthening partnership between So…