Former Somaliland president demands agreement with Israel be made public

Somaliland’s former president, Muse Bihi Abdi, has demanded that authorities publicly disclose the agreement that led to Israel recognizing the territory as an independent country. Abdi stated that Somaliland's constitution prohibits any action that contradicts Islamic principles or harms Muslims, and he would oppose the deal if it violates these tenets. The call for transparency comes amid speculation that the agreement includes establishing an Israeli military base to counter Iran in the Red Sea. While Somaliland officials have denied some claims, the former president's intervention highlights internal political pressure regarding the new diplomatic relationship.