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Mohamed Osman

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United We Stand: Unity as Somaliland’s Strategic Foundation

The phrase “United we stand, divided we fall” is a longstanding principle that underscores the strategic value of collective cohesion and the...

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The Times of Israel (Blogs)

Mohamed Osman

Drinking Poison in the Horn of Africa: Somalia, Somaliland

Drinking Poison in the Horn of Africa: Somalia, Somaliland, and the Cost of Non‑Recognition The phrase “resentment is like drinking poison and...

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The Times of Israel (Blogs)

Mohamed Osman

The Strategic Logic Behind Saudi Israeli Normalization

National Interest in Action: The Strategic Logic Behind Saudi Israeli Normalization National interest—often referred to by the French term raison...

05.03.2026 20

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Freedom of Speech and the Cost of “National Interest” in Somaliland

Silenced for Stability? Freedom of Speech and the Cost of “National Interest” in Somaliland Freedom of speech is a fundamental human right that...

05.03.2026 30

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The Evolution of Israel–Somaliland Diplomatic Contacts

From Early Recognition to Formal Relations: The Evolution of Israel–Somaliland Diplomatic Contacts The history of diplomatic engagement between...

03.03.2026 20

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Mohamed Osman

This Too Will Pass — And That Is Precisely the Point

The phrase “This too shall pass” is among the most enduring expressions in human thought. Its power lies in a simple but demanding truth:...

03.03.2026 40

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Mohamed Osman

The Meaning and Limits of ‘Live and Let Live’

The phrase “live and let live” expresses an ethical and social philosophy grounded in mutual tolerance. At its most basic level, it holds that...

02.03.2026 50

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Mohamed Osman

What It Takes for a Nation to Move Forward

Forgiveness at the national or communal level differs fundamentally from interpersonal forgiveness. While individual forgiveness is often understood...

01.03.2026 40

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Mohamed Osman

Resilience Unveiled: Lessons from Israel and Somaliland

Resilience is best understood as the capacity to adapt effectively in the face of adversity, trauma, or significant stress. It is not an innate trait,...

28.02.2026 50

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Mohamed Osman

Safeguarding Patients Through Health Professions Regulation in Somaliland

Safeguarding Patients Through Health Professions Regulation in Somaliland The regulation of health professions is a cornerstone of effective health...

26.02.2026 20

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Mohamed Osman

How States Gain Legitimacy in the International System

From Recognition to Reality: How States Gain Legitimacy in the International System Lessons from Israel and Somaliland The recognition of one state by...

25.02.2026 40

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Recognition-First: Somaliland’s Strategic Playbook for 2026

Defining National Interest National interest is the guiding principle of a state’s foreign policy, encompassing its core objectives—security,...

25.02.2026 50

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Meritocracy and Social Mobility: Empowering Somaliland’s Future

Meritocracy is a governance and social system in which authority, roles, and rewards are allocated based on individual skills, effort, and...

24.02.2026 40

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Mohamed Osman

Double Standard Somaliland and Northern Cyprus in Turkey’s Geopolitical Strategy

Double Standards: Somaliland and Northern Cyprus in Turkey’s Geopolitical Strategy The cases of Somaliland and Northern Cyprus (TRNC) illustrate the...

23.02.2026 50

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Mohamed Osman

Somaliland: The Land Where Words Rule

Somaliland’s oral tradition emerged from its nomadic and pastoral roots, where the impracticality of carrying physical books led to the development...

22.02.2026 50

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Mohamed Osman

The Abraham Accords: Rewriting Middle Eastern Diplomacy

The Abraham Accords are a series of landmark diplomatic agreements, initiated in 2020, that normalized relations between Israel and several Arab...

21.02.2026 80

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Turkey’s Shift: From Neutral Mediator to Strategic Adversary

Turkey’s evolving relationship with the Republic of Somaliland is characterized by a marked departure from neutrality. Initially positioned as a...

19.02.2026 20

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Kurdish Human Rights and Legal Reform in Turkey

Demographics and Distribution The Kurdish population constitutes Turkey’s largest ethnic minority, estimated at 15–20% of the national population,...

19.02.2026 50

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Mohamed Osman

Nomadic Life in Somaliland: Resilience and Adaptation

Nomadic communities in Somaliland, particularly in the Haud and Guban regions, exemplify resilience and adaptability. Their livelihoods are shaped by...

18.02.2026 50

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Mohamed Osman

Restoring Somaliland: The Case For Re-Recognition

Restoring Somaliland: Legal Foundations, Strategic Imperatives, and the Case for Re-Recognition The campaign for Somaliland’s re-recognition is...

17.02.2026 60

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Israel and Somaliland: Comparative Resilience and State-Building

Israel and Somaliland are frequently referenced in geopolitical discourse for their distinctive paths to statehood and resilience. Despite divergent...

16.02.2026 40

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Mohamed Osman

Building a National Theatre for Diplomatic and Cultural Advancement

12.02.2026 10

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Mohamed Osman

Why Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland Matters

04.02.2026 40

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Mohamed Osman

Recognizing Somaliland would be in Sweden’s Interest

24.01.2026 70

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Mohamed Osman