• Somalia's leadership condemns Israel's recognition of Somaliland as a "naked invasion."
• Emergency parliamentary session declares Israel's move "null and void."
• International backlash includes condemnations from major organizations like the African Union.
• Somalia emphasizes Somaliland's status as an integral part of its territory.
• Calls for dialogue with regional powers and international bodies to address the issue.

Somalia has reacted strongly to Israel's recent recognition of Somaliland as an independent state, with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud labeling the act a "naked invasion" that undermines Somalia’s sovereignty. In a special session of parliament, Mohamud described Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision as "the greatest abuse" in Somalia’s history, urging the Somali populace to defend their national unity against this perceived threat, according to aljazeera.

The Somali government has declared Israel's recognition "null and void," asserting that Somaliland remains an inalienable part of Somalia’s territory. Prime Minister Hamza Barre reiterated this stance, rejecting the recognition as unlawful. The backlash has gained significant international traction, with several countries and organizations, including the African Union and the Arab League, condemning Israel's actions as a threat to regional stability, according to africanews.

During the emergency parliamentary session, Mohamud emphasized the potential destabilizing effects of Israel’s recognition, stating it risks reviving extremism in the region and undermining anti-terrorism efforts. He called for unity among Somalis to confront these challenges and committed to addressing the matter with international entities such as the United Nations, according to aa.

The recognition of Somaliland comes amidst claims by some international observers that Israel is seeking ways to displace Palestinians, further complicating the geopolitical landscape. Reports indicate that there were proposals from the U.S. and Israel to settle displaced Gazans in Somaliland, a move that has been widely condemned as violating international law, according to africanews.

In light of these developments, Somalia is pushing for a collective response to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity. The situation is further complicated by Somaliland's long-sought quest for international recognition, having declared independence in the 1990s without formal acknowledgment from any country, according to aa.