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[The Jerusalem Post @Jerusalem_Post]

Somaliland Defense Minister Mohamed Yusef Ali said there is no IDF base in Somaliland nor an opportunity to open one, despite diplomatic relations between the nations.
https://t.co/5Wxjc2TqBe

[i24NEWS English @i24NEWS_EN]

📍EXCLUSIVE
The President of Somaliland (@Abdirahmanirro) sits down for an in-depth interview with i24NEWS' @Nicole_Zedeck wrapping his historic visit to Israel

👉 Don't miss it tonight on #MiddleEastNow at 7pm IST/ 12pm EST

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

advancing development, and preparing for future regional challenges. Somaliland must remain committed to safeguarding its hard-earned peace, strengthening its institutions, and preparing proactively for emerging regional risks.

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

A positive step toward reg- peace, stability, and intl engagement. SL has demonstrated remarkable resilience in maintaining peace and democratic governance. Strategic partnerships and forward-thinking leadership are essential to protecting these achievements,…….

[i24NEWS English @i24NEWS_EN]

Somaliland president says direct flights between Tel Aviv and Hargeisa to come 'very soon'

i24NEWS's @Nicole_Zedeck speaks with Somaliland president @Abdirahmanirro in exclusive interview on #MiddleEastNow

Watch the full interview: https://t.co/qOPYmevzcZ

[Patrick Heinisch @PatrickHeinisc1]

"We are connecting and building a new relationship with a stable new partner in the Horn of Africa [#Somaliland]. We are also recognizing a reality which has existed on the ground. And this is something that should be seen as positiv," #Israel deputy Amb. https://t.co/mqXvBbFQXm

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

#Somaliland has demonstrated peace, stability, democratic governance, and resilience for decades. The UK should recognize Somaliland’s right to self-determination and support its place in the international community. #Somaliland #Recognition @UKinSomalia @FCDOGovUK

[Andrew Fox @Mr_Andrew_Fox]

Great to see these two flags hanging side by side. Here’s hoping Britain will do the right thing and recognise Somaliland soon.

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

UAE denies Netanyahu came to Abu Dhabi or that Israeli soldiers were deployed.

[MoFA وزارة الخارجية @mofauae]

الإمارات تنفي ما يتم تداوله بشأن زيارة رئيس الوزراء الإسرائيلي أو استقبال وفد عسكري إسرائيلي

[Prime Minister of Israel @IsraeliPM]

Prime Minister's Office Statement:

In the midst of Operation Roaring Lion, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu secretly visited the United Arab Emirates, where he met with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed.

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

I still believe in the values of peace and coexistence that Nelson Mandela stood for, and I hope love and understanding will always prevail across Africa. President @CyrilRamaphosa , this situation is heartbreaking and demands stronger action and leadership.

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

I’ve watched a number of videos about xenophobia in South Africa, and it’s truly heartbreaking. We all have a responsibility to stop bullying, discrimination, and social racism, and to promote respect, unity, and humanity for everyone regardless of nationality or background.

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

@nivcalderon I hopefully it’s a true prospective where #Somaliland is beacon of peace and democracy in the Horn of Africa… hope many countries will fallow soon.

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

Political processes frequently fall short of reflecting the will of the people. region remains deeply underdeveloped, the resources and economic opportunities disproportionately benefiting presidential families, a pattern that is particularly evident in countries like Djibouti.

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

The HoA increasingly become a graveyard of democracy across IGAD members, political power is often concentrated in authoritarian systems rather than rooted in genuine democratic governance. Even in countries such as Somalia, where president are formally elected by parliament,

[Al Jazeera English @AJEnglish]

Djibouti’s parliament has removed the constitutional age ceiling for presidential candidates, opening the door for Ismail Omar Guelleh to seek a sixth term despite being 77 years old. https://t.co/5Wg5znZdYw

[MM Somali TV @MMSomalitv]

شعب صوماليلاند يحتفي بالشراكة والروابط الأخوية مع دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

Escalating militarization of horn of Africa can cause the death of some nations and create new war zones for the region as well the gulf of aden/ red sea.... @USAmbUN @RAbdiAnalyst @PMEthiopia @mfaethiopia @Presidencysl_ @SomaliPM @TheVillaSomalia @voasomali

[Addis Standard @addisstandard]

#Egypt deploys military to #Somalia in strategic move amid Horn of #Africa
tensions

Egyptian military officers and equipment have arrived in #Mogadishu, initiating a deployment that could involve up to 10,000 Egyptian soldiers in Somalia, according to reports and local footage.

Two Egyptian military C-130 aircraft landed at Aden Adde International Airport, following a defense agreement recently signed between Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in Cairo.

The deployment occurs amid regional developments, including a recent Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between #Ethiopia and #Somaliland. Egypt's military presence in Somalia is seen as a strategic move in the context of regional dynamics, including discussions over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and broader interests in the Horn of Africa.

This military cooperation is part of the upcoming African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (#AUSSOM), scheduled to replace the current ATMIS mission by January 2025.

https://t.co/7NqFYiFMEV

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

@VancitySam According to the translation: already the union articles has amended as federal state, the law has already broken to that stage, my question is #Somaliland is part of federal or being rectified as a articles of union from 1960 to 1991 ?

[INSIST Institute @InsistInstitute]

#Somaliland Foreign Affairs Mins @DrEssaKayd expressed the participation and shoulder their responsibility in international maritime security initiatives. A worthy contribution in highly contested seawaters. And of course signalling sovereign capabilities. #Ethiopia

[Dr Essa Kayd @DrEssaKayd]

It's time that Somaliland is included in maritime security initiatives & programs in the HOA. Although we don't receive much support from international partners on maritime security we have been safeguarding this important trade route for decades on our own accord.

[UK in Somalia🇬🇧🇸🇴 @UKinSomalia]

The UK is concerned by escalating tensions in the Horn of Africa.

We reaffirm our full respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia.

We urge restraint and dialogue to peacefully resolve issues.

[Addis Standard @addisstandard]

#US calls for dialogue to de-escalate tensions following #Ethiopia-#Somaliland MoU
https://t.co/5djkfnGV3M

The US State Department has called for diplomatic dialogue to de-escalate rising tensions in the Horn of Africa, following a "historic" memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Ethiopia and Somaliland. The agreement, granting Ethiopia sea access in exchange for international recognition for Somaliland, has raised concerns.

During a press briefing, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller expressed the US's concern about the recent developments and the spike in tensions in the Horn of Africa. While acknowledging Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity "within its 1960 borders", the spokesperson refrained from directly answering whether the US believes the deal should be rescinded. The spokesperson urged stakeholders to engage in dialogue instead.

The African Union (#AU), #IGAD, and the European Union (#EU) have all expressed concerns over the MoU between Ethiopia and Somaliland. The African Union Commission's Chairperson, Moussa Faki Mahamat, called for Ethiopia and Somalia to avoid actions that may harm their relations.

[Addis Standard @addisstandard]

#Breaking: #Ethiopia signs "historic" MoU with #Somaliland to "secure access to the #Sea and diversify its access to #Seaports"

The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Somaliland's President Muse Bihi Abdi who is on a state visit to Ethiopia since Sunday.

The MoU will enable Ethiopia to "secure access to the Sea and diversify its access to seaports"

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