Sanna, Dec 29 (NationPress) Abdulmalik al-Houthi, the leader of Yemen's Houthi faction, has issued a stark warning that any Israeli presence in Somaliland will be deemed a "military target," labeling Israel's acknowledgment of the secessionist region as a significant threat to regional stability.

In a speech aired on the Houthi-operated Al-Masirah television network, al-Houthi emphasized that his forces will regard any Israeli presence in Somaliland as an act of aggression against both Somalia and Yemen, posing a danger to the security of the area.

He asserted that the group is prepared to undertake "all possible supportive measures" to assist the Somali people.

Al-Houthi, whose faction controls substantial territories in northern Yemen, claimed that Israel's intent is to transform Somaliland into a base for hostile operations against Somalia, other African nations, Yemen, and various Arab states, a maneuver he warned could further destabilize an already precarious region, as reported by Xinhua.

He urged for a "firm and serious" response from Arab and Islamic nations to support Somalia and its citizens, calling for collective efforts to combat what he described as Israeli expansionism.

In the meantime, multiple African and Middle Eastern nations have come together to denounce Israel's acknowledgment of Somaliland, the self-proclaimed region of Somalia, as an independent entity, reiterating their commitment to the unity and territorial integrity of the eastern African nation.

The Somalian Prime Minister's Office stated that Somaliland is an integral, indivisible, and inalienable part of the Federal Republic of Somalia and deemed Israel's recognition as illegal.

Somalia has made it clear that it will not allow the establishment of any foreign military installations or arrangements on its soil that could draw Somalia into proxy wars or import regional and international conflicts into the area.

Somalia has called upon all nations and international allies to respect international law, uphold non-interference principles, and act responsibly to maintain peace, stability, and security in the Horn of Africa.

In a statement released on social media late Friday, Turkish Foreign Ministry spokesperson Oncu Keceli remarked that Israel's actions represent yet another instance of the Netanyahu administration's unlawful endeavors to create instability on both regional and global scales.

He emphasized that decisions regarding Somaliland's future must reflect the collective will of all Somalis.

In a post on social media late Friday, Türkiye's Communications Director Burhanettin Duran criticized Israel's stance as an "irresponsible act" by the Netanyahu government, which he accused of having a grim history of genocide and occupation, asserting that this move jeopardizes ongoing efforts to secure peace and stability in the Horn of Africa.

Jordan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated its full support for the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia.

In a public statement, the ministry condemned Israel's announcement as a "flagrant violation" of international law and the United Nations Charter, as well as an infringement on Somalia's sovereignty. Spokesperson Fouad Majali emphasized Jordan's unequivocal opposition to any attempts to establish parallel entities that could threaten Somalia's unity and territorial integrity.

Saudi Arabia has rejected the mutual recognition between Israel and Somaliland, labeling it a breach of international law, while fully endorsing Somalia's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity, according to a statement from the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Saudi Arabia also reaffirmed its support for the legitimate institutions of the Somali government and its commitment to maintaining stability for Somalia and its people.

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) reiterated that Somalia remains a sovereign IGAD member state, with its unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity fully recognized under international law.

In a statement issued on Saturday, the East African organization asserted that any unilateral recognition of Somaliland contradicts the UN Charter, the Constitutive Act of the African Union, and the agreement that established IGAD.

IGAD reaffirmed its solidarity with the Somali government and populace, committing to inclusive political processes and regional cooperation to foster lasting peace, stability, and prosperity for Somalia and the broader IGAD area, as noted in the statement.

Israel's acknowledgment of Somaliland is regarded as a provocative and unacceptable action that may undermine regional stability, as stated by Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States.

Gamal Roshdy, the spokesperson for the secretary-general, emphasized that any attempt at unilateral recognition is an unacceptable interference in Somalia's internal matters and sets a dangerous precedent that threatens both regional and international security and stability.