Saudi Arabia Condemns Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland, Netanyahu’s Policies Under Fire
According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, a high-ranking source within the Saudi royal court has sharply condemned Israel’s decision to recognize Somaliland, calling it a provocative move that has angered Riyadh. In an interview with Israel’s Channel 12, the official stated that this action has significantly complicated the normalization process between Saudi Arabia and Israel, further isolating the Israeli regime in the region.
The source emphasized that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s push for a second term is exacerbating regional tensions, both within Israel and across the Middle East. The official specifically criticized Israel’s policies for threatening Egypt’s national security due to its maritime borders in the Red Sea near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, as well as opposing all Arab and Islamic nations that do not recognize Somaliland. This includes countries that have signed normalization agreements with Israel, such as the UAE, Bahrain, Morocco, and Sudan.
The Saudi source described Israel’s actions as a clear threat to Somalia’s stability, accusing Netanyahu of blatantly violating international laws. The official questioned how Netanyahu would react if Saudi Arabia were to support Palestinian liberation movements in the West Bank and Gaza, as well as freedom movements in southern Lebanon, asking whether he would view such support as a declaration of war. The source concluded by questioning whether normalization talks could continue under these circumstances, labeling Netanyahu’s actions as reckless.
