Somaliland | Historical Region, Self-Declared State in Africa
Somaliland, historically, the area now comprising Somalia and Djibouti. The name is also used to refer to the Republic of Somaliland, a self-declared independent country in the
Somaliland, historically, the area now comprising Somalia and Djibouti. The name is also used to refer to the Republic of Somaliland, a self-declared independent country in the
Israel has formally recognised Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state, becoming the first country to do so more than three decades after the territory broke away
Israel has become the world''s first country to recognize Somaliland, which proclaimed independence from Somalia in 1991, as a sovereign nation.
The development carries potential benefits for both sides but still faces stiff international opposition, 34 years after the region broke away from Somalia.
Israel on Friday formally recognised Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state.
World News Where Is Somaliland And Why Did Israel Recognize It As Independent Country? Authored by: Naman Trivedi Updated Dec 26, 2025, 23:24 IST Israel has become
Israel became the first country to formally recognise the self-declared Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state on Friday - a decision that could reshape
Israel''s recognition of Somaliland has triggered global backlash, with Somalia, the UN and multiple countries rejecting the move and warning of instability in the Horn of Africa,
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