Somaliland opens embassy in Jerusalem after Israel's recognition
Somaliland has opened an embassy in Jerusalem, six months after Israel became the first country to recognise it as an independent nation. The diplomatic mission was opened at a technology park in West Jerusalem during President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi's official visit to Israel. The move adds a new layer to the disputed status of both Somaliland and Jerusalem, and has drawn criticism from Somalia and other opponents of the recognition.The opening took place on Tuesday, according to the supplied report, and came after Israel's recognition of Somaliland last December. During a meeting with the Somaliland president, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Jun 2026 16:02 LONDON
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Vance says Netanyahu has 'gotten some things wrong' as US-Israel strain deepens
US Vice-President JD Vance has said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has "certainly gotten some things wrong", in comments that add to signs of strain between Washington and Jerusalem. Vance said Netanyahu "aggressively asserts the interests of his country" but that those interests are not always aligned with those of the United States. The remarks come as the two allies face renewed pressure over fighting involving Iran and Israel's operation in Lebanon.Vance made the comments in an interview due to air on Sunday, according to the supplied material. He did not give specific examples of where he thought Netanyahu had... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Jun 2026 11:59 LONDON
