By Shire Abdi - Reporter
Somalia, 28 December 2025 The Somali president, Hassan Shekh Mohamud has strongly condemned Israel’s announcement recognizing Somaliland as an independent state, describing the move as a blatant violation of international law and a direct assault on Somalia’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity.
In a formal address delivered today to an emergency joint session of the two chambers of parliament also broadcast live to the public the President said that on 26 December 2025, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu committed what he described as the gravest violation against Somali statehood by illegally declaring recognition of the country’s northern regions.
“Benjamin Netanyahu has committed the most serious violation against Somali sovereignty by illegally announcing recognition of our northern regions,” the President said.
He described the move as unacceptable and unlawful, stating that it violates international laws, treaties, and norms.
“This step is absolutely unacceptable and constitutes a naked assault on the sovereignty, independence, unity, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia,” he added.
The President reaffirmed that Somaliland is an inseparable part of Somalia, stressing that no external declaration can alter the country’s borders.
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“The northern regions known as Somaliland are an integral part of the Federal Republic of Somalia,” he said.
Warning of broader consequences, the President said the move threatens both regional and global stability.
“This attempt to fragment Somalia endangers regional and international stability and encourages extremist groups and secessionist movements,” he warned.
He praised the unity shown by Somali leaders and citizens, saying it sends a clear message that Somalia will resist any effort to undermine its statehood.
The President concluded by affirming Somalia’s determination to defend itself through lawful means.
“The Government of Somalia is committed to taking all necessary diplomatic and legal measures to defend its sovereignty, unity, and internationally recognized borders,” he said.