Somaliland’s president to make first visit to 'Israel'
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- Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, known as Cirro, is reportedly expected to visit 'Israel' this week.
- The trip would mark his first visit since 'Israel' recognized the breakaway region of Somalia.
Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, widely known as Cirro, is expected to visit 'Israel', according to media reports.
The reported trip would be his first visit since 'Israel' became the first country to recognize Somaliland, the self-declared republic that broke away from Somalia.
Reports said the president is expected to arrive on Tuesday, although Somaliland's presidency and Foreign Ministry have not officially announced the visit.
Located along the Gulf of Aden at the southern entrance to the Red Sea, Somaliland holds strategic importance for regional shipping routes. Analysts say 'Israel' views closer ties with Somaliland as a way to strengthen its position near the Red Sea amid tensions involving Iran and its regional allies.
