The de facto state of Somaliland has not ruled out the possibility of absorbing displaced Gazan Palestinians, according to the state's Foreign Minister. US and Israeli officials have reportedly reached out to officials of three East African governments to discuss the potential transfer of Gazan residents. However, the foreign minister stated that any discussions would require working relations and diplomatic missions to be established with Somaliland. The report suggests that Somaliland is using the situation in Gaza to make political gains with the US and Israel.