Israel’s recent diplomatic recognition of Somaliland, a de facto state operating within greater Somalia, marks a turning point in the territory’s long pursuit of sovereignty. Although Israel claims that this move was made in support of Somaliland’s right to self-determination, analysts suggest that there are deeper motivations at play, including Israeli strategic interests in the Red Sea region. Still, whether this move was based on principle or strategy, it represents a significant step toward the possibility of an independent Somaliland.
Read MoreAs a result of Israel’s bombardment of the Gaza strip, key healthcare facilities have been destroyed, and critical medicine and supplies have been blocked from reaching the people of Gaza, exacerbating the horrors of war Gazans are facing every day. In particular, the increasing devastation of healthcare can be seen in the horrific effects it is having on women, particularly pre and post natal women and children, as well as menstruating women.
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