khalid Maal

Proud Somalilander|
Man United Fan| retweets aren't endorsoments. Views expressed are my own.

[khalid Maal @Akhiyaari]

Mahadsanid @IsraeliPM. Hambalyo Reer @Somaliland

[Cabdiraxmaan Cirro @Abdirahmanirro]

Bismillahi Rahmani Rahiim;

I have arrived in Israel as the first President of the Republic of Somaliland to undertake a State Visit, and I am honoured by the warm welcome extended by my friend, President @Isaac_Herzog

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. Today marks a historic milestone in our journey and the beginning of a new chapter in the relationship between Somaliland and Israel.

To the people of Somaliland: I carry your hopes and aspirations with me. Generations have struggled, sacrificed, and persevered to bring our nation to this moment. We will seize this opportunity with confidence, wisdom, and determination, always guided by the interests of our people and our Republic.

Today, history is being written, and Somaliland stands ready to forge a shared future founded on friendship, cooperation, and mutual respect.

#SomalilandIsrael

[יצחק הרצוג Isaac Herzog @Isaac_Herzog]

Welcome to Israel, President Irro @Abdirahmanirro of Somaliland.

This historic visit symbolizes the great potential of the new partnership between our two nations.

Ku soo dhawow Israel!

[Manchester United @ManUtd]

🇧🇷🕺😄

[Rashid Abdi @RAbdiAnalyst]

#BREAKING

President Irro meeting the movers and shakers in Davos.

On Wednesday evening he meet Eric Trump, son of President Donald Trump at a dinner in Davos.

The president also met separately with President Herzog of Israel.

[Cabdiraxmaan Cirro @Abdirahmanirro]

To my fellow citizens of the Republic of Somaliland, home & abroad, I extend my sincere greetings and appreciation, and convey my best wishes for enduring peace, stability, and prosperity.

[Ministry of Information│Republic of Somaliland @MoICNG]

A high-level delegation led by the Israeli Foreign Minister @gidonsaar has arrived in Hargeisa. Senior officials of the Republic of Somaliland received them at the airport.

Follow official updates on this visit.

[Senator Ted Cruz @SenTedCruz]

Recognizing Somaliland isn’t charity — it’s strategy. It aligns with America’s security interests and the “America First” doctrine by strengthening an ally that shares our values in a region vital to global trade and counterterrorism.

@thehill

https://t.co/gfgyShpL6B

[bhlub @thebhlub]

🚨🚨🇮🇱🇧🇩 BREAKING: Bangladesh updated its government portals 10:00AM this morning to add Somaliland alongside Somalia.

https://t.co/VAINqzmE9p

2026 is off to a phenomenal start.

🇮🇱🇦🇪🇧🇩

[Michael Rubin @mrubin1971]

Recognizing Somaliland Would Be Trump’s Ultimate Response to Ilhan Omar https://t.co/VofowWDoLj

[The Mossad: Satirical and Awesome @TheMossadIL]

The Hypocrisy Olympics: Qatar, Turkey, Pakistan and the “State of Palestine” vs. Somaliland

Israel recognizes Somaliland.
Cue outrage from the usual suspects.
Let’s start with reality.

Somaliland has:
• Governed itself peacefully for over 30 years
• Held multiple democratic elections
• Maintained its own borders, institutions, currency, and security
• Met the classic Montevideo criteria for statehood far better than many UN members

Now let’s look at the critics.

[Cabdiraxmaan Cirro @Abdirahmanirro]

This is a historic moment as we warmly welcome @netanyahu the Prime Minister of the State of Israel’s recognition of the Republic of Somaliland and affirm Somaliland’s readiness to join the Abraham Accords. This step marks the beginning of a strategic partnership that advances mutual interests, strengthens regional peace and security, and delivers shared benefits to all stakeholders, without prejudice to any party.

[khalid Maal @Akhiyaari]

@IsraeliPM We thank the Government and people of Israel for recognizing the Republic of Somaliland. This historic step affirms our commitment to peace and democracy, and we look forward to strong bilateral relations.

[Gideon Sa'ar | גדעון סער @gidonsaar]

I was glad to speak just now with the President of Somaliland Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, on this important day for both countries.
Over the past year, based on an extensive and ongoing dialogue, relations between Israel and Somaliland have taken shape. Following the decision of @IsraeliPM Benjamin Netanyahu and the President of Somaliland Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, today we signed an agreement on mutual recognition and the establishment of full diplomatic relations, which will include the appointment of ambassadors and the opening of embassies.
We will work together to promote the relations between our countries and nations, regional stability and economic prosperity. I have instructed my ministry to act immediately to institutionalize ties between the two countries across a wide range of fields.

[Rashid Abdi @RAbdiAnalyst]

Somaliland's 2025 budget was $556.3 million.

Somalia's 2025 budget was $1.32 billion.

Somaliland fully financed its November 2024 polls from its own domestic revenue. Over 10m USD. And pulled off one of the most remarkably open and democratic elections in Africa.

Somaliland even told foreign partners "No thank you, we can fund our elections."

That is the difference between a proud state that functions and is committed to democracy and one largely going round in circles...

[I. Cox @IanECox]

💚🤍❤️ #SomalilandRecognitionNow

[Ted Cruz @tedcruz]

The fact that the CCP is this upset is even further reason that Trump should recognize Somaliland.

[Osint War @osintwarnews]

President Trump on Somaliland:
We're looking into that one right now.

We are working on that, another complex one.

[Washington Eye @washington_EY]

Trump Considers Recognizing Somaliland as World’s 194th Independent State.

Move could reshape Horn of Africa geopolitics and challenge decades of international policy.

#WashingtonEye

[SOLNA-Somaliland News Agency @SolnaAgency]

The Minister of Local Government and Urban Development of #Somaliland, Mr. Hassan Ahmed Duale (Hassan Macalin), held a productive meeting with a delegation from the Swiss Government, led by Martina Durrer, Regional Head of International Cooperation for the Horn of Africa. The discussions, held in Hargeisa, focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation, with a particular emphasis on local governance and urban development projects.

The meeting addressed opportunities for collaboration on initiatives aimed at strengthening local government institutions, improving urban infrastructure, and promoting sustainable development in Somaliland. Minister Duale highlighted the importance of international partnerships in supporting Somaliland’s efforts to build resilient and effective local governance systems.

Accompanying the Minister were the Director General of the Ministry of Local Government and Urban Development Ali Ige Mohamoud and several department directors, underscoring the significance of the talks. The Swiss delegation included representatives from the Swiss embassies in Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, and Burundi, reflecting Switzerland’s regional commitment to fostering development in the Horn of Africa.

This engagement marks a step forward in Somaliland’s ongoing efforts to deepen international ties and advance its development agenda, particularly in the realm of local governance and urban planning.