Djibouti has issued a formal response to the Somaliland administration, accusing its leader, Muse Bihi, of inciting unnecessary conflict. This comes after Bihi alleged that Djibouti was orchestrating militias against Somaliland.
In a move that further strains relations, Djibouti has closed Somaliland’s office in the country and recalled the Somaliland representative. The tension between Djibouti and Somaliland continues to escalate, raising concerns in the region.
Notably, the Djibouti government’s statement did not mention Somalia, despite Somaliland being a self-declared state that is known as an autonomous region of Somalia. The omission of Somalia in Djibouti’s response raises questions about the broader implications for regional unity and stability.
