Israel is considering establishing a military base in Somaliland

SadaNews - Channel 12 reported that secret talks are underway between Israel and "Somaliland" regarding the establishment of an Israeli military base on its territory, a move aimed at directly serving Israeli interests, particularly in the context of the war against the Houthis in Yemen and countering Iranian influence in the Red Sea.

The recent recognition of Somaliland by Israel has sparked wide reactions, as the Somali government rejected the acknowledgment, considering it a blatant violation of its territorial integrity, while the Arab League and the African Union condemned the announcement, warning of its implications for the stability of the Horn of Africa. Conversely, Somaliland views the Israeli recognition as the beginning of international openness that may pave the way for future recognitions.

Analysts believe that this move is part of a broader Israeli strategy to enhance its presence in the Horn of Africa, where the geographical location of Somaliland serves as an important pivot point between the Indian Ocean and the Red Sea, granting it high strategic value amid rising regional tensions.