The African Union, Somalia and Saudi Arabia condemn Israel's recognition of Somaliland The African Union (AU) says it rejects any recognition of Somaliland as a sovereign state. The chief of the pan-African body, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf,  said the move endangered peace and stability across the continent. "Any attempt to undermine the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Somalia… risks setting a dangerous precedent with far-reaching implications for peace and stability across the continent,” he said in a statement. He also said that Somaliland “remains an integral part of the Federal Republic of Somalia.” Meanwhile, Somalia said the decision was a "deliberate attack" on its sovereignty that would undermine peace in the region. Several other countries - including Saudi Arabia - also condemned Israel's decision. President Donald Trump told the New York Post that he had no plans to recognise the breakaway region as an independent state. Somaliland, which declared independence from Somalia in 1991, has unsuccessfully for pushed for international recognition for more than three decades.