A historic diplomatic milestone has been reached as Somaliland opens an embassy in Jerusalem following Israel's recognition of the self-governing territory. Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi received a full state welcome from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his landmark visit. The move marks a major breakthrough for Somaliland, which has sought international recognition since declaring independence from Somalia in 1991. Both sides pledged to deepen political, economic and security cooperation, while Somaliland's leadership called for Israel to establish a diplomatic mission in Somaliland. The development could reshape regional diplomacy and strengthen Israel's partnerships in the Horn of Africa.