Malaysia criticizes Israel’s recognition of Somaliland

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim condemned Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, linking it to the alleged forced transfer of Palestinians and asserting that such actions violate international law and humanitarian principles. He emphasized the unacceptability of using Somaliland for displacing Palestinians and warned against a return to violence, which would jeopardize peace prospects. Anwar’s comments follow Hamas’s rejection of Israeli plans to displace Palestinians and a global backlash against Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, which has sought independence since 1991. Somalia reaffirmed its commitment to national sovereignty and territorial integrity in response to Israel’s recognition.

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