Welcome to Jerusalem and welcome to the Knesset, President @Abdirahmanirro.
Marking the first official visit ever by a Somaliland president, your historic presence at the Knesset today opens a new chapter in the relations between our countries.
We look forward to expanding cooperation and building stronger ties between our peoples and nations.
"תודה בשם כל 6.5 מיליון אזרחי סומלילנד״ | ביקור נשיא סומלילנד בכנסת
נשיא סומלילנד @Abdirahmanirro התארח בטקס קבלת פנים רשמי בכנסת. יחד איתו הגיעו לכנסת שרי החוץ, ההגנה, האנרגיה והמים של ממשלת סומלילנד.
יו״ר הכנסת @AmirOhana : "זהו יום מרגש ומיוחד עבורנו: הביקור המדיני הראשון בהיסטוריה של נשיא סומלילנד - מתקיים בישראל ובכנסת. ברוכים תהיו. פתיחת שגרירות סומלילנד בירושלים אתמול היא צעד חשוב ומשמעותי.״
בספר האורחים של הכנסת כתב נשיא סומלילנד: "זהו רגע היסטורי עבורי. תודתי והערכתי העמוקה נתונה לכם, בשם כל 6.5 מיליון אזרחי סומלילנד.״
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met today with the President of the Republic of Somaliland, His Excellency Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the leaders signed a Joint Declaration on strengthening the cooperation between the two states, and delivered statements.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to President of Somaliland, H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi: "We are proud, and I am proud that my government is the first government on the planet to recognize Somaliland. We are united by the same belief that freedom, democracy and opportunity are stronger than extremism, terrorism and chaos."
“It is a great honor that the Republic of #Somaliland and the State of #Israel have officially signed the Strategic Declaration of Cooperation between the two countries. This historic agreement lays the foundation for a long-term strategic partnership, strengthening cooperation in agriculture, water, security, technology, investment, and infrastructure development.” — President @Abdirahmanirro, following a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister @netanyahu today in Jerusalem.
@deeqcade97@CabdulfataaxD Why you don’t ask same question about 100k Somaliland citizens massacred by Somalia’s siad barre regime. Is the arab blood superior then black one
The “Somaliland” Paradox: When Photos Reveal What Data Cannot
Less than twenty-four hours separate these two photos.
In the first, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud affirms the depth of the strategic partnership with Turkey 🇹🇷, sending a clear message that Mogadishu has chosen to strengthen its sovereignty through established regional alliances.
In the second, Abdurrahman Siro leaves Tel Aviv announcing what he described as a “state visit,” boasting that “Israel was the first to respond.”
This is not merely a coincidence in timing, but an expression of two contradictory paths: one that builds legitimacy through the state, alliances, and shared interests, and another that seeks recognition through gateways that lack the capacity to grant legitimacy to others in the first place.
While Mogadishu has strengthened its regional position and expanded its strategic scope, Hargeisa has found itself facing increasing isolation, which has driven it to gamble on the occupation card in the hope of breaking its political deadlock.
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Caawa 9:00 PM waxaan marti ku ahay falanqaynta Saab TV ee X Space, oo lagaga hadlayo safarka Madaxweyne Cirro ee Israa’iil iyo danaha istaraatijiga ah ee Somaliland iyo Israel.
Kala soco: 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾
https://t.co/gQL8jnBivC
ברוך הבא לישראל, נשיא סומלילנד אירו @Abdirahmanirro!
הביקור ההיסטורי הזה מסמל את הפוטנציאל העצום של השותפות החדשה בין שתי אומותינו.
Ku soo dhawow Israel!
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
Somalilanders at home and abroad are invited to take part in selecting the official slogan for the 18 May 2026 commemoration.
The Ministry of Information encourages concise, unifying submissions reflecting national pride.
Share your ideas and be part of this year’s National Day