Bad Faith Episode 538 - The Final Somalilution (w/ Kit Klarenberg)
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Jan 1, 2026 Join investigative journalist Kit Klarenberg, known for his incisive reports on surveillance and the intelligence industry, as he dives deep into the implications of Israel's recognition of Somaliland. Klarenberg connects this geopolitical shift to wider narratives of displacement in Gaza and examines how Israeli technology facilitates surveillance. The discussion touches on anti-Somali sentiment in the U.S. and the role of lobbying in shaping domestic policies, all while navigating the complexities of identity and historical context in Somaliland.
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Somaliland As A Strategic Relocation Plan
- Kit Klarenberg connects plans to relocate Palestinians to Somaliland with Israel's recognition and regional military strategy.
- He argues resettlement could serve as human shields and enable US/Israeli military positioning near Yemen.
Colonial Roots And British Influence
- Kit traces Somaliland's separation to colonial carving and post-1991 declaration of independence.
- He describes deep British intelligence penetration shaping Somaliland's institutions and push for recognition.
Recognition Driven By Geopolitics Not Local Will
- Project 2025 and US political actors explicitly discuss recognizing Somaliland to counter China.
- Kit warns Israeli recognition will likely prompt more Western recognitions and African Union condemnation.