Somalia, Somaliland Reject Gaza Resettlement Proposals

Both Somalia and Somaliland have firmly rejected any proposals for the resettlement of Palestinians from Gaza in their territories. Somalia's foreign minister, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, stated that they will not accept any plans that undermine the Palestinian right to live peacefully on their ancestral land. Similarly, Somaliland's foreign minister, Abdirahman Dahir Adan, confirmed that the region has not been approached regarding resettlement discussions, contradicting earlier reports suggesting involvement. These rejections align with a broader regional sentiment, as Arab leaders recently endorsed a $53 billion reconstruction plan for Gaza aimed at retaining Palestinians in their homeland. Officials from both regions emphasized that any immigration policy is strictly under federal jurisdiction and that they have not engaged in discussions with the U.S. or Israel on this matter. The overall stance reflects a strong pro-Palestinian position maintained by Somalia in international forums.