Mogadishu, May 18, 2026 (AFP) - Somaliland divisions remain as it marks independence day after Israel recognition

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2026-05-18

Somaliland celebrated its first independence day on Monday since being recognised as a country by Israel, but not everyone in the breakaway region of Somalia has welcomed its new ally. Thousands gathered in the capital Hargeisa for a military parade and traditional dances, with added excitement this year after Israel's move in December to recognise Somaliland's independence -- the first country to do so since Somaliland declared autonomy from Som......

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