Why Saudi Arabia is PANICKING Over the Israel-Somaliland Deal

[Deeq A.]

Why Saudi Arabia is PANICKING Over the Israel-Somaliland Deal

It’s not just religion or politics—it’s about billions of dollars and control of the Red Sea. Here is what’s at stake in 2026:

The Battle for Ports: Saudi just invested $2.6 billion into Jeddah’s port. An Israel-backed Berbera Port is a massive threat to their maritime dominance.

Food Security: Saudi Arabia imports over $1 billion in livestock from Somaliland. Instability = no meat for Hajj pilgrims.

Red Sea Security: Saudi has spent $20 billion+ on its Western Naval Fleet to control the Bab-el-Mandeb. They don’t want Israel at the “Southern Gate.”

Wasted Money: Riyadh just signed a $330 million development program for “One Somalia.” If Somaliland leaves, that investment is in the trash.

Religious Prestige: As the leader of the OIC, the Saudi King cannot allow Israeli “expansion” into a Muslim territory without losing face.

The Bottom Line: Riyadh is fighting to protect their $133 Billion Vision 2030 logistics dream.

Khadar Shiine

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