Israel's Ambassador Presents Credentials in Somaliland, Paving Way for New Embassy
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Israel's Ambassador Michael Lotem presented his credentials to Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi in Hargeisa last week. This event marks a further step in strengthening bilateral relations, which were established when the two nations recognized each other on December 26, 2025. A cornerstone was also laid for a new Israeli embassy, signaling Israel's commitment to deepening ties.
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- Israel's Ambassador Michael Lotem presented credentials to Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi.
- The ceremony took place last week in Hargeisa, Somaliland's presidential palace.
- The event signifies another step in strengthening relations established on December 26, 2025.
- A cornerstone was laid for a new Israeli embassy in Hargeisa.
- Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar expressed Israel's determination to advance relations with Somaliland.
Israel's Ambassador to Somaliland, Michael Lotem, presented his letter of credence to Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi last week in a ceremony held at the Presidential Palace in Hargeisa. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the ceremony represents "another step in strengthening relations between the countries that recognized each other on December 26, 2025." Following the credential ceremony, the cornerstone was laid for the new Israeli embassy to be established in Hargeisa.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar affirmed Israel's commitment, stating, "Israel is determined to advance and establish relations with Somaliland. The appointment of ambassadors in accordance with the agreement reached during the mutual recognition between the countries is another important building block in strengthening our relations."
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