Hundreds gather in Hargeisa following remarks by Donald Trump
Hundreds of people gathered in a central square in Hargeisa to celebrate after former US President Donald Trump referred to Somaliland as a country distinct from Somalia. Demonstrators waving flags expressed expectations that the remarks indicate impending diplomatic recognition by the United States. Official policy changes or formal diplomatic steps by the United States have not been confirmed.
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Global Event Monitor. Hundreds gather in Hargeisa following remarks by Donald Trump. 2026-10-15T01:42:32.827Z. Status: published. urn:global-events-monitor:event:5929. https://global.eventmonitor.net/event/2026-10-14/violent-mass-protest-hargeysa-5ce10be8
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