According to KAN, Somaliland leaders had expressed concern that, after Israel’s elections weakened Netanyahu’s political power and Gadi Eisenkot received the mandate to form the next government, the country’s attitude towards Somaliland may change for the worse.
Israeli sources – including several non-political ones, KAN reported – told the leaders that the issue of Somaliland’s recognition is not a controversial one in Israeli politics.
“Israel is determined to develop and strengthen its relations with Somaliland,” said Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar.
“The appointment of ambassadors, in accordance with the agreement reached when our countries established mutual recognition, is another important step in deepening the ties between us.”
“We need air-defense systems,” Fadal said in an interview with Middle East Eye. “We want Israel to support us against Turkey.”