Hundreds rally in Somaliland after Trump’s comments

Hargeisa, Somaliland - On Wednesday, hundreds of people gathered in Somaliland's capital city of Hargeisa to celebrate US President Donald Trump's remarks referring to the region as "a totally different country" from Somalia. Somaliland, a self-governing region of Somalia, has struggled to gain international recognition, currently recognized only by Israel.

During a rally in Ohio on Monday, Trump made the comment, which was welcomed by Somalilanders. They view the distinction as affirming their unique political reality and identity. Participants in Hargeisa's Kheyriyadda Square waved both US and Somaliland flags, chanting "Victory to Somaliland" and "Long live America." University student Mohamed Yasin, while not entirely agreeing with Trump's suggestions, still celebrated the impact.

Somaliland's strategic location in the Gulf of Aden and its stability have made it an attractive proposition for international recognition, though the hope for similar support from the United States, United Arab Emirates, and Ethiopia has not materialized. Despite the controversy surrounding secession, supported by the African Union, Somaliland continues to push for global acknowledgment.