The disputed territories of Sool and eastern Sanag, between the neighbouring breakaway Republic of Somaliland and Republic of Puntland, have so far proved a major obstacle in Somaliland’s quest for independence (AE 146/15, 136/15, 135/24). Both sides lay claim to a territory believed to be resource-rich and two clans, the Dhulbahante and Warsengeli, have said they are not served adequately by either de facto government.