Israel’s Somaliland Gambit: Because Endless Wars Need More Red Sea Real Estate
So, Israel is eyeing Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, potentially offering recognition for strategic Red Sea access. The media cheerleaders call it a 'gambit'—a sophisticated geopolitical maneuver. What they omit? This isn't Israel's first rodeo playing kingmaker in a fractured state. Historically, Israel has sought alliances with non-Arab and minority groups in its periphery to counter
Arab adversaries, a policy often called the 'periphery doctrine.' One might wonder if this 'reshaping' of Red Sea geopolitics will involve more stability, or more 'strategic partnerships' that just happen to create new military bases and arms markets in deeply troubled regions. The pattern is clear: identify a regional flashpoint, insert 'strategic interest,' and watch the 'geopolitical
chessboard' get even more complicated – conveniently securing Israel's position while the consequences are borne by others.