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OIC Condemns Israel's Decision to Appoint an Envoy in Somaliland
OIC Secretariat
Jeddah, 16-04-2026 - The General Secretariat of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) expressed its strong condemnation of the announcement by Israel, the occupying power, to appoint a diplomatic envoy in the so-called Somaliland region located in the northwestern region of the Federal Republic of Somalia, considering this a violation of the sovereignty, national unity, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia.
The General Secretariat reaffirmed its full solidarity with the Republic of Somalia, its unwavering support for its sovereignty and territorial integrity, and its absolute support for its legitimate institutions. It also emphasised the need to abide by the principles and Charter of the United Nations and international law, all of which stipulate respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Member States. – OIC News