Somalia Ends Deals After Israel Recognizes Somaliland: Coincidence?
Bloomberg reports Somalia has cancelled all agreements with the United Arab Emirates, citing strong evidence of actions undermining its sovereignty. This move comes immediately after Israel recognized the breakaway region of Somaliland. (One might wonder if 'strong evidence' includes maps with new, unapproved borders.) Historically, external powers have a long, storied tradition of carving up
African nations for strategic advantage, a pattern certainly not confined to the 19th century or current oil interests. This 'sovereignty row' appears to fit neatly into a recurring geopolitical playbook: destabilize, then 'recognize' new realities benefiting external actors. The UAE has been expanding its influence in the Horn of Africa, while Israel seeks new alliances—often with little regard
for established international boundaries, if it serves their interests. It seems some nations receive sovereignty protections while others are merely geopolitical chess pieces. Convenient timing for an 'independent' recognition, no?