Somaliland fears Israel could reverse recognition after Netanyahu’s electoral setback

Somaliland leaders are concerned that Israel could reverse its recognition of the territory after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s electoral setback and opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot’s appointment to form a new government. Israeli officials have reportedly assured Somaliland that recognition will remain in place regardless of who becomes prime minister. Israel recognized Somaliland as an independent state in December 2025, a move opposed by Somalia’s federal government.