Israel's Ambassador To The United Nations Danny Danon:
"This is exactly what Algeria's foreign minister said at the UN General Assembly in September:
"Establishing a state is not a choice, but a necessity. It is not a favor, but a right.”
Only when it refers to the Palestinians does the UN support and applaud, and when it comes to Somaliland, they condemn and oppose."
"This is exactly what Algeria's foreign minister said at the UN General Assembly in September:
"Establishing a state is not a choice, but a necessity. It is not a favor, but a right.”
Only when it refers to the Palestinians does the UN support and applaud, and when it comes to Somaliland, they condemn and oppose."
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What a phenomenal week for Israeli fencing! 🇮🇱🤺
Our women’s team struck gold in Abu Dhabi, and our men’s team matched them with a gold of their own in Switzerland. Two competitions, two victories - one incredible moment for Israeli sport.
So proud of our athletes and their remarkable achievements! 💙🤍
Our women’s team struck gold in Abu Dhabi, and our men’s team matched them with a gold of their own in Switzerland. Two competitions, two victories - one incredible moment for Israeli sport.
So proud of our athletes and their remarkable achievements! 💙🤍
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Gali & Ziv Berman, twins held hostage by Hamas for two years - most of which apart.
Hamas forced Ziv to participate in a propaganda video clip “proving” his death, just to terrorize his mother and all Israelis.
Only 15 months later when their friend, Emily Damari, was released did their mother get confirmation Ziv was alive.
Not an isolated case. Hamas repeatedly used staged “death” videos as psychological torture - crafted to terrorize hostages and torment their families.
We’re so happy you’re back home Gali & Zivi ❤️
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Hamas forced Ziv to participate in a propaganda video clip “proving” his death, just to terrorize his mother and all Israelis.
Only 15 months later when their friend, Emily Damari, was released did their mother get confirmation Ziv was alive.
Not an isolated case. Hamas repeatedly used staged “death” videos as psychological torture - crafted to terrorize hostages and torment their families.
We’re so happy you’re back home Gali & Zivi ❤️
📹 @N12News
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Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon:
"UNIFIL’s mandate in Lebanon is expected to expire at the end of this year.
Until then, it would be better to focus on enforcing UN Resolution 1701 and disarming Hezbollah, rather than on attempting to intercept an Israeli aircraft."
"UNIFIL’s mandate in Lebanon is expected to expire at the end of this year.
Until then, it would be better to focus on enforcing UN Resolution 1701 and disarming Hezbollah, rather than on attempting to intercept an Israeli aircraft."
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Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar held an official visit in Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland, today (Tuesday), at the invitation of Somaliland's President. The visit was conducted discretely based on the security services' instructions and can now officially be made public.
The visit was held at the invitation of the President of Somaliland Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi. During the visit, Foreign Minister Sa'ar held meetings with the President and senior government officials, including Foreign Minister Abdirahman Dahir Adam, Minister of the Presidency Khadar Hussein Abdi, and Chief of Staff Brigadier-General Nimcan Yusuf Osman. The meetings took place at the official Presidential Palace in Hargeisa. Speaker of the House of Elders Suleiman Mohamoud Adan and Speaker of the House of Representatives Yasin Haji Mohamoud also participated in the meetings.
The President of Somaliland and Foreign Minister Sa'ar delivered joint statements.
📹Video: Yossi Funes, GPO
The visit was held at the invitation of the President of Somaliland Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi. During the visit, Foreign Minister Sa'ar held meetings with the President and senior government officials, including Foreign Minister Abdirahman Dahir Adam, Minister of the Presidency Khadar Hussein Abdi, and Chief of Staff Brigadier-General Nimcan Yusuf Osman. The meetings took place at the official Presidential Palace in Hargeisa. Speaker of the House of Elders Suleiman Mohamoud Adan and Speaker of the House of Representatives Yasin Haji Mohamoud also participated in the meetings.
The President of Somaliland and Foreign Minister Sa'ar delivered joint statements.
📹Video: Yossi Funes, GPO
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Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar's Full Statement:
"Mr. President,
It's an honor to be in Hargeisa on this historic visit. Thank you, Mr. President, for your personal invitation and gracious hospitality. Over the past year, relations between Israel and Somaliland have taken shape. I want to thank you for your close partnership and visionary leadership. I also want to praise Prime Minister Netanyahu for his decision and leadership.
Mr. President,
It is an historic journey.
I held meetings with you and your team. We had an ongoing and extensive dialogue for many months.
The relations that we built are based on trust and mutual respect.
Eventually, on December 26th, Israel and Somaliland signed an historic agreement on mutual recognition and the establishment of full diplomatic relations. We agreed on the mutual appointment of ambassadors and the opening of embassies. We’ll get that done soon. We agreed to work together to promote relations between our countries, for the sake of mutual prosperity. We want to build an enduring and warm friendship - not only between governments - also between the people of Somaliland and the people of Israel.
Since December 26th, we've seen the authentic joy on display in Somaliland - and also in Israel. We are truly moved to play a part in Somaliland's bold journey from independence to recognition.
Following my instruction, the Foreign Ministry is working hard to build our ties across a wide range of fields: economy, agriculture, and much more. We recognize that water supply is a key sector for Somaliland. Therefore, we're glad to provide our assistance and expertise on this matter. A water expert was already in Somaliland. He conducted a survey on the natural resources and means of delivery.
In the coming months, we'll bring local professionals from Somaliland's water sector to Israel for training. We'll also send Israeli experts here to help implement the new capabilities. In recent years, 49 children from Somaliland have undergone life-saving heart surgery in Israel. We're eager to help in medicine too and also in education. We will also cooperate on Defense and develop a strategic partnership.
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Somaliland first gained its independence in 1960 from British Colonial rule. Israel was then among the 35 countries to recognize an independent Somaliland. Later - it united with Somalia under Italian rule - to form a single Federal state. But in the 1980s, as we know this region underwent a brutal civil war. Israel was the only nation to condemn - at the United Nations - the horrific mass-murder of 200,000 of your people then. We stood by you then as we stand by you today. In 1991 - following these atrocities - Somaliland decided to restore its independence.
Unlike "Palestine", Somaliland is not a virtual state. It's a functioning state. Somaliland is a fully-functioning country based on the principles of international law. Somaliland is - and has been - a stable democracy for nearly 35 years. It has democratic elections - most recently in November 2024 - and peaceful transitions of power. It's pro-Western and friendly to Israel.
Mr. President,
Israel is truly honored to be the first UN member-state to recognize the Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state. This is the moral thing to do and this is what we did.
We hear the attacks, the criticism, the condemnations. Nobody will determine for Israel who we recognize and who we maintain diplomatic relations with. I want to remind that the 2005 African Union fact-finding mission stated that Somaliland's search for recognition is "self-justified". It listed Somaliland's Constitution, defined borders and democratic character.
We recognize the simple truth and the existing reality. We hope to see other nations soon follow suit. An independent Somaliland rightfully deserves its place among the nations. I welcome Somaliland's intention to join the Abraham Accords. This is a natural connection between democratic countries - both, in challenging regions.
"Mr. President,
It's an honor to be in Hargeisa on this historic visit. Thank you, Mr. President, for your personal invitation and gracious hospitality. Over the past year, relations between Israel and Somaliland have taken shape. I want to thank you for your close partnership and visionary leadership. I also want to praise Prime Minister Netanyahu for his decision and leadership.
Mr. President,
It is an historic journey.
I held meetings with you and your team. We had an ongoing and extensive dialogue for many months.
The relations that we built are based on trust and mutual respect.
Eventually, on December 26th, Israel and Somaliland signed an historic agreement on mutual recognition and the establishment of full diplomatic relations. We agreed on the mutual appointment of ambassadors and the opening of embassies. We’ll get that done soon. We agreed to work together to promote relations between our countries, for the sake of mutual prosperity. We want to build an enduring and warm friendship - not only between governments - also between the people of Somaliland and the people of Israel.
Since December 26th, we've seen the authentic joy on display in Somaliland - and also in Israel. We are truly moved to play a part in Somaliland's bold journey from independence to recognition.
Following my instruction, the Foreign Ministry is working hard to build our ties across a wide range of fields: economy, agriculture, and much more. We recognize that water supply is a key sector for Somaliland. Therefore, we're glad to provide our assistance and expertise on this matter. A water expert was already in Somaliland. He conducted a survey on the natural resources and means of delivery.
In the coming months, we'll bring local professionals from Somaliland's water sector to Israel for training. We'll also send Israeli experts here to help implement the new capabilities. In recent years, 49 children from Somaliland have undergone life-saving heart surgery in Israel. We're eager to help in medicine too and also in education. We will also cooperate on Defense and develop a strategic partnership.
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Somaliland first gained its independence in 1960 from British Colonial rule. Israel was then among the 35 countries to recognize an independent Somaliland. Later - it united with Somalia under Italian rule - to form a single Federal state. But in the 1980s, as we know this region underwent a brutal civil war. Israel was the only nation to condemn - at the United Nations - the horrific mass-murder of 200,000 of your people then. We stood by you then as we stand by you today. In 1991 - following these atrocities - Somaliland decided to restore its independence.
Unlike "Palestine", Somaliland is not a virtual state. It's a functioning state. Somaliland is a fully-functioning country based on the principles of international law. Somaliland is - and has been - a stable democracy for nearly 35 years. It has democratic elections - most recently in November 2024 - and peaceful transitions of power. It's pro-Western and friendly to Israel.
Mr. President,
Israel is truly honored to be the first UN member-state to recognize the Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state. This is the moral thing to do and this is what we did.
We hear the attacks, the criticism, the condemnations. Nobody will determine for Israel who we recognize and who we maintain diplomatic relations with. I want to remind that the 2005 African Union fact-finding mission stated that Somaliland's search for recognition is "self-justified". It listed Somaliland's Constitution, defined borders and democratic character.
We recognize the simple truth and the existing reality. We hope to see other nations soon follow suit. An independent Somaliland rightfully deserves its place among the nations. I welcome Somaliland's intention to join the Abraham Accords. This is a natural connection between democratic countries - both, in challenging regions.
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Mr. President, in our meeting I restated Prime Minister Netanyahu's invitation for you to come on a state visit to Israel. We hope to welcome you to Jerusalem very soon. In the words of Somaliland's National Anthem, may your nation live in eternal peace. May these historic days and moments be the beginning of a close friendship between our nations for many years to come. God bless Somaliland. God bless Israel."
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Statement by the President of the Republic of Somaliland Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi:
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Prime Minister's Office Announcement:
After a period of several months, the diplomatic dialogue between Israel and Syria resumed with American backing and support.
The dialogue took place as part of President Trump’s vision for promoting peace in the Middle East. During the talks, Israel emphasized the importance of ensuring the security of its citizens and preventing threats along its borders.
Israel reiterated its commitment to promoting regional stability and security, as well as the need to advance economic cooperation for the benefit of both countries.
It was agreed that the dialogue will continue in order to advance common goals and to ensure the safety of the Druze minority in Syria.
After a period of several months, the diplomatic dialogue between Israel and Syria resumed with American backing and support.
The dialogue took place as part of President Trump’s vision for promoting peace in the Middle East. During the talks, Israel emphasized the importance of ensuring the security of its citizens and preventing threats along its borders.
Israel reiterated its commitment to promoting regional stability and security, as well as the need to advance economic cooperation for the benefit of both countries.
It was agreed that the dialogue will continue in order to advance common goals and to ensure the safety of the Druze minority in Syria.
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Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar:
"Glad to meet the largest ever delegation of members of both houses of Japan's National Diet to Israel, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem.
I stressed the importance of our strategic partnership with Japan and our will to deepen security ties.
I described the goal of the Hamas terror in Gaza: eliminating the State of Israel. If this terror state isn't dismantled, the suffering of both Palestinians and Israelis will continue.
We'll continue strengthening our close friendship with Japan! 🇮🇱🇯🇵"
"Glad to meet the largest ever delegation of members of both houses of Japan's National Diet to Israel, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem.
I stressed the importance of our strategic partnership with Japan and our will to deepen security ties.
I described the goal of the Hamas terror in Gaza: eliminating the State of Israel. If this terror state isn't dismantled, the suffering of both Palestinians and Israelis will continue.
We'll continue strengthening our close friendship with Japan! 🇮🇱🇯🇵"
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High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas and Commissioners Hadja Lahbib and Dubravka Šuica insist - driven by political motivations - on issuing statements that are detached from both the reality on the ground and the broader regional processes.
Contrary to the narrative portrayed in their statement, the humanitarian situation in Gaza is improving. On a weekly basis, 4,200 aid trucks enter the Gaza Strip and will continue to do so through the UN, donor countries, the private sector, and more than 20 international organizations.
Furthermore, despite the claims made in the aforementioned statement, aid organizations remain able to operate within the Gaza Strip. The vast majority of registered NGOs are currently active and will continue their work uninterrupted.
It should also be emphasised that the organizations that received notice regarding the suspension of their activities in the Gaza Strip did not bring aid into Gaza throughout the current ceasefire, and even in the past their combined contribution amounted to only about 1% of the total aid volume.
The registration requirement is a necessary security procedure designed to prevent the infiltration of terrorist elements and to safeguard the integrity of humanitarian efforts, as necessitated by previous incidents.
Registration remains open. Organizations are encouraged to apply, and all applications will continue to be reviewed and processed accordingly.
Finally, the EU will give its tax payer a better service by ensuring EU funds get to the right hands.
Contrary to the narrative portrayed in their statement, the humanitarian situation in Gaza is improving. On a weekly basis, 4,200 aid trucks enter the Gaza Strip and will continue to do so through the UN, donor countries, the private sector, and more than 20 international organizations.
Furthermore, despite the claims made in the aforementioned statement, aid organizations remain able to operate within the Gaza Strip. The vast majority of registered NGOs are currently active and will continue their work uninterrupted.
It should also be emphasised that the organizations that received notice regarding the suspension of their activities in the Gaza Strip did not bring aid into Gaza throughout the current ceasefire, and even in the past their combined contribution amounted to only about 1% of the total aid volume.
The registration requirement is a necessary security procedure designed to prevent the infiltration of terrorist elements and to safeguard the integrity of humanitarian efforts, as necessitated by previous incidents.
Registration remains open. Organizations are encouraged to apply, and all applications will continue to be reviewed and processed accordingly.
Finally, the EU will give its tax payer a better service by ensuring EU funds get to the right hands.
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Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar:
"Attacks by the Syrian regime's forces against the Kurdish minority in the city of Aleppo - are grave and dangerous.
The international community in general, and the West in particular, owes a debt of honor to the Kurds who fought bravely and successfully against ISIS.
Systematic and murderous repression of Syria’s various minorities contradicts the promises of a “new Syria.”
Silence on the part of the international community will lead to an escalation of the violence by the Syrian regime".
"Attacks by the Syrian regime's forces against the Kurdish minority in the city of Aleppo - are grave and dangerous.
The international community in general, and the West in particular, owes a debt of honor to the Kurds who fought bravely and successfully against ISIS.
Systematic and murderous repression of Syria’s various minorities contradicts the promises of a “new Syria.”
Silence on the part of the international community will lead to an escalation of the violence by the Syrian regime".
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Prime Minister’s Office:
The ceasefire agreement brokered by the United States between Israel and Lebanon states clearly, Hezbollah must be fully disarmed.
This is imperative for Israel's security and Lebanon's future.
Efforts made toward this end by the Lebanese Government and the Lebanese Armed Forces are an encouraging beginning, but they are far from sufficient, as evidenced by Hezbollah's efforts to rearm and rebuild its terror infrastructure with Iranian support.
The ceasefire agreement brokered by the United States between Israel and Lebanon states clearly, Hezbollah must be fully disarmed.
This is imperative for Israel's security and Lebanon's future.
Efforts made toward this end by the Lebanese Government and the Lebanese Armed Forces are an encouraging beginning, but they are far from sufficient, as evidenced by Hezbollah's efforts to rearm and rebuild its terror infrastructure with Iranian support.
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Despite the statements published today in Lebanon, the facts remain that extensive Hezbollah military infrastructure still exists south of the Litani River. The goal of disarming Hezbollah in southern Lebanon remains far from being achieved.
This can be seen in the attached video.
Israel acknowledges the decision of the Lebanese government to address the disarmament of Hezbollah and some of the efforts the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) have made in this context. Nevertheless, these efforts are limited. Hezbollah continues to rearm with the support of Iran, whose foreign minister is arriving today for a visit to Lebanon. Hezbollah is rearming faster than it is being disarmed.
Furthermore, it is regrettable that there are instances of cooperation between elements within the LAF and Hezbollah.
It should be emphasized that the IDF's strikes against Hezbollah do not delay the goal of disarming the organization - on the contrary, they advance it.
Israel expects LAF efforts to disarm Hezbollah to continue south of the Litani and throughout all other parts of Lebanon, in full accordance with the ceasefire agreement.
This can be seen in the attached video.
Israel acknowledges the decision of the Lebanese government to address the disarmament of Hezbollah and some of the efforts the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) have made in this context. Nevertheless, these efforts are limited. Hezbollah continues to rearm with the support of Iran, whose foreign minister is arriving today for a visit to Lebanon. Hezbollah is rearming faster than it is being disarmed.
Furthermore, it is regrettable that there are instances of cooperation between elements within the LAF and Hezbollah.
It should be emphasized that the IDF's strikes against Hezbollah do not delay the goal of disarming the organization - on the contrary, they advance it.
Israel expects LAF efforts to disarm Hezbollah to continue south of the Litani and throughout all other parts of Lebanon, in full accordance with the ceasefire agreement.
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