Somaliland says it will open an embassy in Jerusalem, Israel to reciprocate
Somaliland plans to open an embassy in Jerusalem, Israel, following Israel's recognition of the self-declared republic. In response, Israel is expected to establish an embassy in Somaliland's capital, Hargeisa. This move marks a significant step in Somaliland's quest for international recognition and diplomatic relations.
- ▪Somaliland will set up an embassy in Jerusalem soon.
- ▪Israel recognized Somaliland as an independent state in December.
- ▪The opening of the embassy in Jerusalem would be the eighth embassy there.
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Somaliland says it will open an embassy in Jerusalem, Israel to reciprocateSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 20, 2026, 12:08 AMUpdated May 20, 2026, 12:08 AMTEL AVIV, May 19 - Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, will set up an embassy in Jerusalem soon, its ambassador said on Tuesday, after Israel became the first country to formally recognise the self-declared republic.• In turn, Israel is expected to set up an embassy in Somaliland's capital Hargeisa, Ambassador Mohamed Hagi said in a post on X.• Israel recognised Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state in December, a move Somalia rejected and termed a "deliberate attack" on its sovereignty.• Somaliland has enjoyed effective autonomy - and relative peace and stability - since 1991,…
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