Somaliland chose peace, the world chose to look away - opinion
In a region scarred by war, one society chose reconciliation. Why does global diplomacy ignore Somaliland?
Residents wave Somaliland flags as they gather to celebrate Israel's announcement recognising Somaliland's statehood in downtown Hargeisa, on December 26, 2025.(photo credit: Farhan Aleli / AFP via Getty Images)BySHMUEL LEGESSE