S2 Ep38: Israel Recognized… What? A Primer on Somaliland

22 min

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On December 26, 2025, Israel quietly made history, becoming the first country in the world to recognize Somaliland. What is Somaliland? Does it deserve recognition? And what is Israel hoping to achieve? To address these topics, Dr. Nolte sat down with Siobhan Guiney, who worked on democratization, governance, and electoral politics in Somaliland during the 2000s, and who has advocated for recognition of Somaliland since that time.

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Regent Israel Institute Podcast

With Dr. A.J. Nolte

The Institute’s own show, hosted by Dr. A.J. Nolte

With news about Israel dominating the headlines, this podcast brings you clear, incisive commentary from Dr. Nolte, Director of Regent's Israel Institute — unpacking what's happening, how we got here, and why it matters for Christians, the United States, and the world. Available on all major podcast providers.

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