Egypt rejects attempts to divide Somalia, opposes non-littoral military presence in Red Sea
- Amr Mohamed Kandil
- Feb 13
- 1 min read
Original Author:Ā Amr Mohamed Kandil
Original Publication:Ā Egypt Today
Date:Ā February 12, 2026
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At the 1330th ministerial session of the African Union Peace and Security Council in Addis Ababa, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed Cairoās categorical rejection of any attempt to fragment Somalia or undermine its sovereignty.
Abdelatty warned that external efforts to divide Somalia would destabilize the Horn of Africa and threaten security in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. He also rejected attempts by non-Red Sea littoral states to establish a military presence along the regionās coastline, describing such moves as violations of sovereignty and non-interference principles.
The remarks come amid heightened regional tensions following Israelās recognition of Somaliland and reports of potential military arrangements in the region. Egypt reiterated its support for Somaliaās territorial integrity and confirmed its commitment to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia, with Egyptian forces preparing for deployment under AUSSOM.
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