Sweden supports Mogadishu after Israel's recognition of Somaliland
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Sweden has come out in support of Somalia days after Israel became the first country in the world to recognise the breakaway region of Somaliland as an independent state.
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- Sweden supports Somalia's unity after Israel recognizes Somaliland
- Swedish Foreign Ministry aligns with EU and African Union on Somalia 15s
- Somaliland declared independence in 1991 but was not recognized until now 26s
- Over 20 countries denounce Israel's recognition as a threat to peace 42s
- EU urges dialogue between Somaliland and Mogadishu 1m 3s