Somalia Recalls Envoy, Defends Sovereignty Amid Ethiopia-Somaliland Sea Access Deal

Somalia has rejected a deal granting Ethiopia sea access through Somaliland, recalling its ambassador to Ethiopia and declaring the agreement a violation of its sovereignty. The Somali government has appealed to international organizations to condemn Ethiopia's actions and is prepared to defend its territorial integrity. Ethiopia has not confirmed recognition of Somaliland but views the deal positively. The situation has also drawn a response from the militant group al-Shabab, which has threatened to fight against the agreement. This development has the potential to affect regional stability and Somalia's relations with its neighbors.