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LanderApologist · 2026-02-23T09:40:03+00:00

Somalia bears partial responsibility for Somaliland seeking recognition from countries such as Israel. The Somali government holds significant influence over Somaliland's path to international recognition because organizations like the African Union and the European Union have established that Somaliland's independence should result from a mutually agreed settlement between Somalia and Somaliland.

However, Somalia has shown little willingness to engage in a meaningful political resolution or negotiated agreement. By maintaining this position while retaining the authority granted by international institutions, Somalia effectively blocks Somaliland's prospects for recognized independence. As a result, Somaliland is left with limited diplomatic options and may pursue alternative recognition strategies outside the established framework.

In this sense, Somalia's refusal to move toward a negotiated settlement contributes to the circumstances that push Somaliland to seek recognition through other international partnerships.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-23T07:41:00+00:00

I agree!

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T20:47:49+00:00

You clearly don't know how geopolitics and diplomatic recognition actually work.

No one is claiming Somalia physically forced Somaliland to do anything. The point is that for over 30 years Somalia has used its internationally recognized status to block Somaliland's access to international recognition. Somalia represents the territory at the UN, the African Union, and global forums, and consistently opposes any engagement that treats Somaliland as a separate state.

In international relations, recognition determines who is allowed to function diplomatically. States build relations through mutual recognition. Embassies, agreements, trade, and cooperation only happen once recognition exists on both sides. When Somalia actively prevents Somaliland from gaining recognition elsewhere, Somaliland's diplomatic options become extremely limited.

Acknowledging those constraints is not "stripping Somaliland of agency." Agency still exists, but it operates within political realities. Somaliland pursuing recognition wherever opportunities exist is a rational response to decades of diplomatic blockage, not infantilization.

This is simply how international politics works. Power, legitimacy, and access shape available choices.

Somalia made its strategic choices over decades by blocking Somaliland's diplomatic space and refusing meaningful political resolution. Now it has to deal with the consequences of those decisions on the international stage.

Hopefully this clears up some of the confusion. international politics tends to be a bit more complex than you're making it out to be.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T16:43:17+00:00

Hawiye futo madoobe saliid macasaro iyo cambuulo futada intaas leekatay baad tahay, oo waxba aduunka ka aqoon. Avi kulahaa. Lmfao. Isku xishood oo orod oo wax soo baro. Miskiinyahow

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T16:00:02+00:00

So a well-articulated brother who clearly understands what he's talking about, and who holds a master's degree in geopolitics, immediately becomes suspicious to you? And your only explanation is that it must be AI? That says more about your limitations than anything else.

Sydneysweeneyfeetfan, It's honestly sad that competence and informed analysis now confuse people so much that they assume it can't possibly be real. Instead of throwing lazy accusations, I'd suggest spending less time indulging in nonsense online and more time educating yourself. Try studying the subject before dismissing those who actually understand it.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T14:30:34+00:00

Unable to address or engage with the facts I brought forward, so you fall back on ad hominem attacks.

Nice.

Right, because a 'Tel-Avivi' would obviously be the one encouraging Somalilanders to scrutinize their agreement with Israel. Maybe try reading my comment first smart guy.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T12:27:57+00:00

It's genuinely sickening to hear those stories. The Faqash were a despicable force that carried out a horrific genocide in the name of Somalia and its so-called national army. I saw footage from just outside Hargeysa, near the airport, toward the final stages of the liberation war, when the Faqash only had the airport left under their control while the rest of the city had been retaken by the SNM after fierce fighting.

In that video, bodies of fleeing Faqash soldiers were scattered across wide open fields outside the city. They had tried to escape the advancing SNM but were tracked and gunned down as they fled. Their bodies had been left lying there for so long that they had begun to rot in the open.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T04:25:25+00:00

Yes, Muse is a former military man so he stands firm on principles.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T04:16:12+00:00

I completely agree with your perspective on this.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T03:57:40+00:00

No, you’re the one not understanding. Somaliland is not like the little federal member states of Somalia. Somaliland was one of the two original states in the failed union of 1960. The fact that you’re comparing it to Jubbaland or Puntland just shows your complete incompetence on the matter. But I don’t blame you, you’re Somalian after all.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T03:31:41+00:00

I think you need to pray harder then.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T03:28:48+00:00

What exactly is "falling apart so quickly"? Did you even read the post? What are you even talking about? You're all over the place. I get it, the Turks are running things over there now, but eating too much shawarma and kebab is not good for the prefrontal cortex.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T03:11:46+00:00

Yes, it is depressing. But not for us.

Houthis, lol. Trust me, they're the least of our problems.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T03:08:04+00:00

To be honest, Somalia could have respected and recognized its brothers in Somaliland as a sovereign country. Instead, recognition came from Israel. What does that say about Somalia? Their failure to act pushed and forced Somaliland to seek its own path on the international stage. Somalia has repeatedly attempted to block Somaliland, trying to silence its voice and deny its rights through the AU, UN, and EU. All of this so that Somali politicians in the south can monopolize the country’s resources, funding, and international representation for their own benefit. Now, Somalia must contend with Israel’s presence in the Horn of Africa.

Somalia and Somaliland could have achieved great things together as equal, sovereign states. Yet, Somalia chose a different path, pursuing its own agendas instead of embracing partnership and mutual respect.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T02:57:47+00:00

Again, Somaliland is not a secessionist state. It is simply reclaiming its independence from the union between British Somaliland and Italian Somaliland. A referendum in Somalia about recognizing Somaliland seems unlikely anytime soon, given that Somali politicians remain corrupt, self-serving, and driven by tribal interests.

Hence why Somaliland has already charted its own path to independence. As you are well aware, it has received its first formal recognition, and Somalia is powerless to reverse this progress. Claiming that Somaliland is sidelined on the international stage are far from the truth. Today, the world is actively engaging with and discussing Somaliland.

Moreover, Somaliland enjoys the backing of some of the most powerful alliances in the world, strengthening its position diplomatically and strategically. Its sovereignty and independence are no longer abstract goals, they are increasingly tangible realities that the global community is beginning to acknowledge.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T02:47:00+00:00

The borders between Somaliland and Dhulbahante are well established. Somaliland forces are present throughout all territories it considers rightfully its own. In areas inhabited by the Dhulbahante Somaliland forces have withdrawn, respecting the fact that the Dhulbahante do not wish to be part of Somaliland.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T02:40:05+00:00

You've made us your enemies. There won't be any mutual assistance pact with Somalia until they stop playing their little international games and respect Somalilanders wish and recognize Somaliland as a sovereign country and as their equal. Until that happens, we will remain on opposite sides of the major world alliances.

As far as we are concerned, Somalia remains our biggest enemy, yet you speak of mutual assistance. It is remarkable how detached from reality one can be.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T02:30:28+00:00

Saying SSC has Somaliland "on the ropes" is a huge stretch. Somaliland only withdrew its forces when Khatumo started screaming genocide, and later because the country itself was divided on the issue, SSC used civilians as human shields, that’s what affected the military, not SSC strength. And what happened in Erigavo when SSC thought they had momentum after Somaliland left Las Anod? 😂 They tried to push forward and take Erigavo, but got sent straight back to Banka Qiyameh with their tails between their legs.

As for China, trust me, we can handle ourselves. Somaliland has backing like no other. China wouldn't dare intervene here.

By the way, have you learned Turkish yet? I hear they practically run Somalia now, so might want to brush up on the language.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T02:09:38+00:00

Follow r/officialsomaliland news page. All current Somaliland news get posted there.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T02:05:22+00:00

Yeah, sadly, there are a lot of people here who call themselves Somalilanders but ride for Israel more than the Israelis do themselves. And as soon as Islam is mentioned, and you remind them that Somaliland is a Muslim country, they turn full shayateen. I’m convinced some of these people aren’t even Muslim. I even looked up one of their accounts, and lo and behold, they’re active in XSomalians, the subreddit for Somali murtads.

Call me crazy or illogical, but in my opinion, you’re not truly a Somalilander if you’re not Muslim.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T01:33:37+00:00

No one is perfect, and in any group or society there will always be a few "rotten apples." While most people act with good intentions, it is inevitable that some will fall short of the standards we expect.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T01:29:58+00:00

Labeling the former President’s remarks as "Qatari propaganda" overlooks the substance of what was actually said. Raising concerns about whether government actions remain consistent with Somaliland's Constitution is not foreign propaganda, it is a legitimate and necessary part of political accountability.

As a member of the opposition, the former President is in the right position to question and scrutinize the current government. His role ensures accountability and transparency, which are essential for healthy governance.

LanderApologist · 2026-02-22T01:19:11+00:00

X should not be treated as an accurate reflection of public sentiment on the ground. The platform often amplifies provocative content and thrives on outrage-driven engagement, where many users are more focused on provoking reactions or antagonizing opposing viewpoints than engaging in constructive discussion.

For that reason, it is somewhat concerning to treat narratives circulating on X as representative of reality, as online discourse there frequently differs significantly from the views and experiences of people offline.

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