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MOGADISHU — Growing tensions have emerged between Somali government officials and representatives from Somaliland currently holding positions in Mogadishu, following the recent recognition of Somaliland by Israel.
Abdi Hashi Abdillahi, Speaker of Somalia’s Upper House of Parliament, reportedly declined to meet with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on two consecutive occasions—last night and tonight—to discuss the government’s response to Somaliland’s recognition. Sources within Villa Somalia indicate that officials suspect Abdi Hashi is deliberately avoiding involvement in what has been described as a “political and diplomatic battle” over Somaliland’s international status. Observers note that Hashi has argued that in the past he opposed agreements between Somaliland and Ethiopia, signaling his reluctance to take a firm stance in the current situation.
In a related development, Somalia’s ambassador to India, Abdillahi Odowaa, a native of Somaliland, was urgently summoned to Mogadishu amid suspicions over his potential role in facilitating contacts between Israel and Somaliland. A photograph that circulated widely in recent hours showing Ambassador Odowaa with Israel’s ambassador to India has intensified scrutiny and speculation regarding his involvement.
Ambassador Odowaa previously served as a lecturer at Hargeisa University before beginning his diplomatic career. He was appointed Somalia’s ambassador to Kuwait and later reassigned to India, reflecting a long tenure within the Somali diplomatic service.
Political analysts suggest that these developments highlight the deep divisions within Somalia regarding Somaliland’s push for international recognition. While some officials are cautious, fearing that engagement could undermine Somalia’s territorial claims, others argue that ignoring emerging realities may further isolate Somalia on the international stage.
The situation underscores the delicate balancing act for Somali authorities, who must manage internal dissent while navigating shifting regional alliances. Meanwhile, Somaliland’s recognition by Israel continues to spark both enthusiasm in Hargeisa and tensions in Mogadishu.
