The foreign ministers of more than 20 Muslim-majority countries, along with the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), have strongly condemned Israel’s recognition of the “Somaliland” region of Somalia, calling the move a violation of international law with serious regional and global implications.

In a joint statement, the ministers said the recognition, announced by Israel on 26 December 2025, threatens peace and security in the Horn of Africa, the Red Sea, and beyond, and demonstrates Israel’s “blatant disregard” for international law.

The ministers, representing countries including Jordan, Egypt, Algeria, the Comoros, Djibouti, Gambia, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Maldives, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Türkiye, and Yemen, emphasised their full support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

The ministers rejected any measures that undermine the unity of Somalia, its territorial integrity or its sovereignty over its entire territory.

They warned that recognition of parts of a state sets a dangerous precedent, undermining the unity and sovereignty of nations, and could have far-reaching consequences for international peace and security.

The statement also rejected any link between Israel’s decision and attempts to forcibly expel the Palestinian people from their land, describing such actions as unacceptable in principle.

The ministers’ statement comes amid growing diplomatic tensions in the region, with calls for adherence to the United Nations Charter and respect for the sovereignty of all states.