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Joint Statement Sunday, May 24, 2026 The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the State of Qatar, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Republic of Turkey, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Indonesia, the Republic of Djibouti, the Federal Republic of Somalia, the State of Palestine, the Sultanate of Oman, the Republic of Sudan, the Republic of Yemen, the Lebanese Republic, the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, the People's Republic of Bangladesh, and the Kingdom of Morocco condemn in the strongest terms the illegal and unacceptable step taken by the so-called "Somaliland" region in opening its purported "embassy" in occupied Jerusalem, in flagrant violation of international law and relevant UN resolutions, and in direct prejudice to the legal and historical status of occupied Jerusalem. The Ministers affirm their complete rejection of any unilateral measures aimed at entrenching an illegal reality in occupied Jerusalem or granting legitimacy to any entities or arrangements that contravene the rules of international law and relevant UN resolutions, reiterating The ministers affirmed that East Jerusalem is occupied Palestinian territory since 1967, and that any steps aimed at changing its legal and historical status are null and void and have no legal effect. They also stressed their full support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia, and their complete rejection of any unilateral measures that infringe upon Somali territorial integrity or sovereignty.

16 Arab Islamic Countries Condemn Somaliland’s Opening of Purported Embassy in Jerusalem • • Doha | May 24, 2026 • • The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Republic of Türkiye, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Indonesia, the Republic of Djibouti, the Federal Republic of Somalia, the State of Palestine, the Sultanate of Oman, the Republic of the Sudan, the Republic of Yemen, and the Lebanese Republic condemn in the strongest terms the illegal and unacceptable step taken by the so-called “Somaliland” region in opening a purported “embassy” in occupied Jerusalem. This constitutes a flagrant violation of international law and relevant international resolutions, and represents a direct infringement on the legal and historical status of occupied Jerusalem. • • The Ministers reaffirm their categorical rejection of any unilateral measures aimed at entrenching an illegal reality in occupied Jerusalem or conferring legitimacy on any entities or arrangements that contravene international law and relevant United Nations resolutions. They reiterate that East Jerusalem has been occupied Palestinian territory since 1967, and that any measures intended to alter its legal and historical status are null and void and without legal effect. • • The Ministers further emphasize their full support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia, and their unequivocal rejection of any unilateral measures that undermine the unity of Somali territory or infringe upon its sovereignty. • • #MOFAQatar

15 countries just united to block Somaliland's plan to open an embassy in Jerusalem. • • Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Qatar, Pakistan, Indonesia, and 9 others signed a joint statement calling the move "null and void." • • Here's the backstory: Israel became the first country to formally recognize Somaliland last year. • • In return, Somaliland announced it would open its first-ever embassy in Jerusalem. • • The 15-country bloc sees it for what it is: a backdoor attempt to normalize Jerusalem as Israel's capital, using a territory most of the world doesn't even recognize. • • Somaliland gets legitimacy. Israel gets another flag in Jerusalem. And the Palestinian cause loses ground quietly, one embassy at a time. • • Source: @TheCradleMedia

Joint statement from Turkey and 17 countries regarding Somaliland's move to open an "embassy" in Jerusalem The Foreign Ministers strongly condemn the illegal and unacceptable step taken by the so-called Somaliland region to open a so-called 'embassy' in occupied Jerusalem.

At least 14 nations condemned plans to open a purported “Somaliland embassy” in occupied #AlQuds, describing the move as an attack on both #Palestinian and Somali sovereignty.

PAKISTAN'S MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS SAYS JOINT MINISTERIAL STATEMENT CONDEMNING THE OPENING OF A PURPORTED “SOMALILAND” EMBASSY IN JERUSALEM ...

PAKISTAN'S MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS SAYS JOINT MINISTERIAL STATEMENT CONDEMNING THE OPENING OF A PURPORTED “SOMALILAND” EMBASSY IN JERUSALEM

FWD from Mehr International: Arab and Islamic countries outraged by the opening of the Somaliland embassy in occupied Jerusalem Fifteen Arab and Islamic countries condemned the decision of the separatist region of Somaliland in Somalia to open its alleged embassy in the occupied city of Jerusalem on Sunday, calling it a clear violation of international law and international resolutions. mehrnews.com/x3c8K3 @MehrnewsIntl

The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia and several other Arab and Islamic countries announced their rejection of any unilateral actions affecting the territory of the Federal Republic of Somalia.

The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia and several other Arab and Islamic countries affirmed their support for the unity and sovereignty of the Republic of Somalia.

The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia and several other Arab and Islamic countries condemned the opening of what they called an embassy for the Somaliland region in occupied Jerusalem.

15 Arab and Islamic countries condemn Somaliland's opening of an embassy in Jerusalem

Jordan and Arab and Islamic countries: The opening of an embassy in Jerusalem by the Somaliland region is a blatant violation of international law and resolutions of international legitimacy. #Breaking #Here_is_the_Kingdom

Jordan and several other countries condemn the opening of a purported embassy in Jerusalem by the so-called "Somaliland" region. #BreakingNews #HereIsTheKingdom

A coalition of 15 countries led by Egypt and Jordan issued a joint condemnation of the establishment of a Somaliland embassy in Jerusalem. - Ynet

Jordan and other Arab and Islamic countries emphasize their full support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia, and their complete rejection of any unilateral actions that infringe upon Somali territorial integrity or undermine its sovereignty.

Jordan and other Arab and Islamic countries strongly condemn the illegal and unacceptable move by the so-called "Somaliland" region to open a purported "embassy" in occupied Jerusalem. #Breaking #Jordan #JordanianTV

Joint statement by 15 countries against the opening of the Somaliland "embassy" in occupied Jerusalem The foreign ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Turkey, Pakistan, Indonesia, Djibouti, Somalia, Palestine, Oman, Sudan, Yemen, Lebanon and Mauritania issued a joint statement, strongly condemning the move to open the alleged embassy of the region known as "Somaliland" in the occupied city of Jerusalem. Follow IRNA news on Bela, Rubika, Soroush Plus, ETA and Jahan. @IRNA_1313

Joint statement by 15 countries against the opening of the Somaliland "embassy" in occupied Jerusalem In a joint statement, the Arab and Islamic countries considered the opening of the so-called "Somaliland embassy" in occupied Jerusalem an illegal act, describing it as a clear violation of international law and a threat to the historical and legal status of this city. isna.ir/xdWsgL @isna94

The Gulf Cooperation Council on Somaliland: The international community must take immediate and serious action to stop the unacceptable measures that will destabilize the region's security and stability.

Jordan and other Arab and Islamic countries emphasize their full support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia, and their complete rejection of any unilateral actions that infringe upon Somali territorial integrity or undermine its sovereignty. #Petra #Breaking

Joint Statement • • The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the State of Qatar, the Republic of Türkiye, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Indonesia, the Republic of Djibouti, the Federal Republic of Somalia, the State of Palestine, the Sultanate of Oman, the Republic of the Sudan, the Republic of Yemen, and the Lebanese Republic condemn in the strongest terms the illegal and unacceptable step taken by the so-called “Somaliland” region in opening a purported “embassy” in occupied Jerusalem. This constitutes a flagrant violation of international law and relevant international resolutions, and represents a direct infringement on the legal and historical status of occupied Jerusalem. • • The Ministers reaffirm their categorical rejection of any unilateral measures aimed at entrenching an illegal reality in occupied Jerusalem or conferring legitimacy on any entities or arrangements that contravene international law and relevant United Nations resolutions. They reiterate that East Jerusalem has been occupied Palestinian territory since 1967, and that any measures intended to alter its legal and historical status are null and void and without legal effect. • • The Ministers further emphasize their full support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia, and their unequivocal rejection of any unilateral measures that undermine the unity of Somali territory or infringe upon its sovereignty. • • #Jordan

15 countries condemn the opening of the Somaliland embassy in occupied Jerusalem The foreign ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Turkey, Pakistan, Indonesia, Djibouti, Somalia, Palestine, Oman, Sudan, Yemen, Lebanon and Mauritania issued a joint statement, strongly condemning the opening of the alleged embassy of the region known as "Somaliland" in the occupied city of Jerusalem. Get the latest news: Site | ETA | Yes | Rubika | Soroush Plus @snntv

Joint Statement The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Republic of Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Turkey, the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, the Republic of Djibouti, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Republic of Sudan, the Federal Republic of Somalia, the Sultanate of Oman, the State of Palestine, the State of Qatar, the Lebanese Republic, the Arab Republic of Egypt, and the Republic of Yemen condemn in the strongest terms the illegal and unacceptable step taken by the so-called "Somaliland" region in opening its purported "embassy" in occupied Jerusalem, in flagrant violation of international law and relevant UN resolutions, and in direct prejudice to the legal and historical status of occupied Jerusalem. The Ministers affirm their complete rejection of any unilateral measures aimed at entrenching an illegal reality in occupied Jerusalem or granting legitimacy to any entities or arrangements that contravene the rules of international law and relevant UN resolutions, reiterating that East Jerusalem is occupied Palestinian territory since 1967, and that any steps aimed at altering its legal and historical status It is null and void and has no legal effect. The ministers emphasize their full support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia, and their complete rejection of any unilateral actions that infringe upon Somali territorial integrity or diminish its sovereignty. #Jordan

Reuters, citing the Pakistani Foreign Ministry: A joint ministerial statement condemns the opening of a Somaliland embassy in Jerusalem. #Pakistan #AlMayadeen

15 countries condemn the opening of the Somaliland embassy in occupied Jerusalem The foreign ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Turkey, Pakistan, Indonesia, Djibouti, Somalia, Palestine, Oman, Sudan, Yemen, Lebanon and Mauritania issued a joint statement, strongly condemning the move to open an embassy of the alleged region known as "Somaliland" in the occupied city of Jerusalem. @TasnimNews

Statement by 16 Arab and Islamic countries: The so-called "Somaliland" region's move to open an alleged "embassy" in occupied Jerusalem is an illegal and unacceptable step.

Qatari Foreign Ministry: 16 Arab and Islamic countries condemn in a joint statement the move by the so-called "Somaliland" region to open an alleged "embassy" in occupied Jerusalem

Sixteen Arab and Islamic countries condemn in a joint statement the move by the so-called "Somaliland" region to open an alleged "embassy" in occupied Jerusalem Doha | May 24, 2026 The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Republic of Turkey, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Indonesia, the Republic of Djibouti, the Federal Republic of Somalia, the State of Palestine, the Sultanate of Oman, the Republic of Sudan, the Republic of Yemen, the Lebanese Republic, the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, and the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, condemn in the strongest terms the illegal and unacceptable step taken by the so-called "Somaliland" region in opening its purported "embassy" in occupied Jerusalem, in flagrant violation of international law and relevant UN resolutions, and in direct prejudice to the legal and historical status of occupied Jerusalem. The Ministers affirm their complete rejection of any unilateral measures aimed at entrenching an illegal reality in occupied Jerusalem or granting legitimacy to any entities or arrangements that contravene the rules of international law and relevant UN resolutions, reiterating that East Jerusalem is occupied Palestinian territory since 1967, and that any steps aimed at changing its legal status The historical record is null and void and has no legal effect. The ministers emphasize their full support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia, and their complete rejection of any unilateral actions that infringe upon Somali territorial integrity or sovereignty. #QatarForeignMinistry

#Statement | The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, Jordan, Türkiye, Pakistan, Indonesia, Djibouti, Somalia, Palestine, Oman, Sudan, Yemen, Lebanon, and Mauritania condemn in the strongest terms the illegal and unacceptable step taken by the so-called “Somaliland” region in opening a purported “embassy” in occupied Jerusalem. This constitutes a flagrant violation of international law and relevant international resolutions, and represents a direct infringement on the legal and historical status of occupied Jerusalem.

Arab and Islamic condemnation following the opening of a "supposed" embassy in Jerusalem by the "Somaliland" region

Arab and Islamic condemnation following the opening of a "so-called" embassy in Jerusalem by the "Somaliland" region

Urgent | Joint statement from Arab and Islamic countries: We condemn the illegal move by the so-called Somaliland to open a purported embassy in Jerusalem.

BREAKING: Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister along with top diplomats from several Arab and Islamic countries condemn the “illegal and unacceptable step” represented by Somaliland proceeding to open an “purported embassy” in the occupied city of Jerusalem.

15 Arab and Muslim countries strongly condemn the opening of the Somaliland embassy in Jerusalem: an illegal and despicable step that constitutes a blatant violation of international law and a direct violation of the legal and historical status of Jerusalem. The statement, published on the Saudi Foreign Ministry website, was signed by Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, Jordan, Turkey, Pakistan, Indonesia, Djibouti, Somalia, the Palestinian Authority, Oman, Sudan, Yemen (not the Houthis), Lebanon and Mauritania.

Twelve Arab and Muslim countries, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Turkey, Sudan, Oman, and Lebanon, issued a joint statement condemning "the illegal step of opening the so-called Somaliland embassy in Jerusalem"

The Kingdom and 14 other countries: We support the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Somalia

Pakistan: Reuters, citing the Pakistani Foreign Ministry: A joint ministerial statement condemns the opening of a Somaliland embassy in Jerusalem.

The foreign ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Qatar, Jordan, Turkey, Pakistan, Oman and several other countries strongly condemned the opening of the Somaliland embassy in Jerusalem. A number of Arab countries had already condemned Somaliland's recognition as a state by Israel.

Joint statement by Arab and Islamic countries: We condemn the illegal move by the so-called Somaliland to open a purported embassy in Jerusalem.

Saudi Arabia and other Arab and Islamic countries condemn the opening of a so-called embassy in occupied Jerusalem by the self-proclaimed "Somaliland" region.

#Statement | The Foreign Ministers of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the State of Qatar, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Republic of Turkey, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Republic of Indonesia, the Republic of Djibouti, the Federal Republic of Somalia, the State of Palestine, the Sultanate of Oman, the Republic of Sudan, the Republic of Yemen, the Republic of Lebanon, and the Islamic Republic of Mauritania condemn in the strongest terms the illegal and unacceptable step taken by the so-called “Somaliland” region to open an alleged “embassy” in the occupied city of Jerusalem, in flagrant violation of international law and relevant international legitimacy resolutions, and in direct violation of the legal and historical status of the occupied city of Jerusalem.

The foreign ministers of the Kingdom and a number of Arab and Islamic countries condemn in the strongest terms the illegal and unacceptable step taken by the so-called "Somaliland" region to open a purported "embassy" in the occupied city of Jerusalem.

PR No.126/2026 • • Joint Ministerial Statement Condemning the Opening of a Purported “Somaliland” Embassy in Occupied Jerusalem • •

Arab and Islamic countries condemn the opening of an "embassy" in occupied Jerusalem by the "Somaliland" region.

Safadi reiterated the Kingdom's support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Somalia, its complete rejection of the declaration of mutual recognition between Israel and the Somaliland region, its support for the legitimate institutions of the Somali state, and its keenness to preserve the stability of Somalia and its brotherly people. #Petra #Jordan

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi @AymanHsafadi discussed today with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the sisterly Federal Republic of Somalia, Abdulsalam Abdi Ali, ways to enhance bilateral relations and within the framework of multilateral organizations regionally and internationally, in addition to developments in the region. During a telephone call with his Somali counterpart, Safadi reiterated the Kingdom’s support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Somalia, its complete rejection of the declaration of mutual recognition between Israel and the Somaliland region, its support for the legitimate institutions of the Somali state, and its keenness to preserve the stability of Somalia and its brotherly people. The two ministers discussed the repercussions of the escalation in the region, and the efforts aimed at restoring security and stability. #Jordan #Somalia