Israel becomes first country to recognise Somaliland

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Description

Breakaway region of Somalia achieves diplomatic breakthrough after more than 30 years without any international recognition.

Period	26 Dec 2025

Title	Israel becomes first country to recognise Somaliland
Degree of recognition	International
Media name/outlet	Al Jazeera English
Media type	Web
Country/Territory	Qatar
Date	26/12/2025
Description	Breakaway region of Somalia achieves diplomatic breakthrough after more than 30 years without any international recognition.
Producer/Author	Faisal Ali
Persons	Jethro Norman