President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Israel’s move to recognize Somaliland’s independence is illegal and unacceptable, warning that it risks further destabilizing the Horn of Africa, while reaffirming Türkiye’s strong political, security, and economic support for Somalia, APA reports citing Türkiye Today.
In a joint news conference with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Erdoğan stressed that Somalia’s unity is a priority for Ankara. He noted that Israel’s decision to recognize Somaliland is illegitimate and unacceptable, accusing Israel of attempting to push the Horn of Africa toward instability.
Erdoğan said Türkiye and Somalia share deep-rooted historical, human, and cultural ties, noting that 2026 will mark the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. He stressed that Türkiye will continue to advance bilateral relations on this solid foundation and support Somalia’s security and stability.
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