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A Kenyan politician specializing in foreign relations and security put it bluntly: “It is #Ethiopia that stands accused of irredentism.” He added that Addis Ababa now finds itself increasingly isolated — with virtually every major actor, from the #US and #SaudiArabia to #China, the #ArabLeague, and multiple #African states...

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#US supports Ethiopia’s push for maritime access; says is “very important” and should be pursued “through commercial means” and “peaceful, diplomatic contexts” The United States supports Ethiopia’s efforts to expand maritime access “through commercial means” and “through peaceful and diplomatic contetexts,” said Ervin Massinga, U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia, who emphasized that the issue is critical given the country’s economic trajectory. “With the economy growing as quickly as it is,” and with forecasts showing continued expansion, Amb. Massinga told state media that, “expanding maritime access is important.” He added that supporting such efforts “is something that the United States government, my embassy, intend to support going forward.” The ambassador noted that Washington “understands this issue.” Speaking about Washington’s engagement with Ethiopia, the ambassador said the U.S. approach involves “working with the country of Ethiopia’s size,” but added that “more important than its size” is “its influence and its capacity to help the region restabilize.” “That is a core bedrock approach of the United States,” he said, and affirmed that it “will be a central point of what the United States is going to be doing” in the Horn of Africa. Watch!
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#US supports Ethiopia’s push for maritime access; says is “very important” and should be pursued “through commercial means” and “peaceful, diplomatic contexts” The United States supports Ethiopia’s efforts to expand maritime access “through commercial means” and “through peaceful and diplomatic contetexts,” said Ervin Massinga, U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia, who emphasized that the issue is critical given the country’s economic trajectory. “With the economy growing as quickly as it is,” and with forecasts showing continued expansion, Amb. Massinga told state media that, “expanding maritime access is important.” He added that supporting such efforts “is something that the United States government, my embassy, intend to support going forward.” The ambassador noted that Washington “understands this issue.” Speaking about Washington’s engagement with Ethiopia, the ambassador said the U.S. approach involves “working with the country of Ethiopia’s size,” but added that “more important than its size” is “its influence and its capacity to help the region restabilize.” “That is a core bedrock approach of the United States,” he said, and affirmed that it “will be a central point of what the United States is going to be doing” in the Horn of Africa. Watch!

Addis Standard

86,363 views • 1 year ago

Ethiopia Could Become the Epicenter of a Larger Conflict While Ethiopia attempts to remain uninvolved in the Sudanese conflict, it has been arming itself and repeatedly asserting that access to the sea is an existential issue for the country. Ethiopian officials have stated that "3 million Eritreans cannot decide the fate of nearly 200 million Ethiopians." In recent months, tensions in the region have risen sharply, with separatist threats emerging inside Ethiopia and Eritrea providing direct support to the Sudanese government in its civil war. The reality is that Ethiopia has been significantly strengthening its air force. It currently operates many less capable aircrafts, but also 20 Su-27s and few Su-30s, and in the last month it has reportedly ordered 6 Su-35s. Eritrea today lacks the capacity to face a unified Ethiopia with a strong air force. However, Egypt has entered the equation by conducting military exercises and deepening cooperation with Eritrea and Somalia, two countries that are openly hostile to Ethiopia. Even with Egyptian support - without direct involvement- these two countries can’t beat an unified Ethiopia. But under this hot temperature, If Ethiopia were to launch an offensive against Eritrea, this might encourage already restive and armed regions within Ethiopia to seek independence, potentially repeating the Sudanese civil war into a broader catastrophe across the Horn of Africa.
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Ethiopia Could Become the Epicenter of a Larger Conflict While Ethiopia attempts to remain uninvolved in the Sudanese conflict, it has been arming itself and repeatedly asserting that access to the sea is an existential issue for the country. Ethiopian officials have stated that "3 million Eritreans cannot decide the fate of nearly 200 million Ethiopians." In recent months, tensions in the region have risen sharply, with separatist threats emerging inside Ethiopia and Eritrea providing direct support to the Sudanese government in its civil war. The reality is that Ethiopia has been significantly strengthening its air force. It currently operates many less capable aircrafts, but also 20 Su-27s and few Su-30s, and in the last month it has reportedly ordered 6 Su-35s. Eritrea today lacks the capacity to face a unified Ethiopia with a strong air force. However, Egypt has entered the equation by conducting military exercises and deepening cooperation with Eritrea and Somalia, two countries that are openly hostile to Ethiopia. Even with Egyptian support - without direct involvement- these two countries can’t beat an unified Ethiopia. But under this hot temperature, If Ethiopia were to launch an offensive against Eritrea, this might encourage already restive and armed regions within Ethiopia to seek independence, potentially repeating the Sudanese civil war into a broader catastrophe across the Horn of Africa.

Patricia Marins

60,179 views • 8 months ago

'Lets be very clear what is the main reason for this dispute. #Ethiopia already enjoys access to more than ten ports across the #RedSea and the Indian Ocean. It has heavily invested and full access in #Djibouti , holds a 19% stake in #Berbera, uses #PortSudan, and has entry points across #Somalia — even #Kenya has provided corridors and facilities. So the issue isn’t Ethiopia’s access to the sea. The issue is Abiy’s fixation on building naval power — something no sovereign country will ever allow him to base on its own ports. Abiy openly declares, without hesitation or contradiction, that Ethiopia will “secure” its own access to the sea — peacefully or through war. And let’s be clear: they are not talking about a commercial port for trade. Their ambition is far beyond economics.' a #Kenyan expert opines..
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'Lets be very clear what is the main reason for this dispute. #Ethiopia already enjoys access to more than ten ports across the #RedSea and the Indian Ocean. It has heavily invested and full access in #Djibouti , holds a 19% stake in #Berbera, uses #PortSudan, and has entry points across #Somalia — even #Kenya has provided corridors and facilities. So the issue isn’t Ethiopia’s access to the sea. The issue is Abiy’s fixation on building naval power — something no sovereign country will ever allow him to base on its own ports. Abiy openly declares, without hesitation or contradiction, that Ethiopia will “secure” its own access to the sea — peacefully or through war. And let’s be clear: they are not talking about a commercial port for trade. Their ambition is far beyond economics.' a #Kenyan expert opines..

Sirak Bahlbi

12,286 views • 9 months ago

🚨#Breaking: Djibouti Offers Ethiopia Full Control of Port in Bid to Counter Somaliland Djibouti's Foreign Minister, Mahmoud Ali Youssef ( Mahmoud Ali youssouf ), has proposed granting Ethiopia 100% control of the port of Tajourah, along with a new corridor leading to the port, as a solution to Ethiopia's lack of sea access. In an interview with the BBC, Youssef stated that the proposal, which includes a newly constructed corridor connecting the port to the Ethiopian border, aims to resolve Ethiopia's longstanding issue of accessing the sea. He indicated that President Ismail Oma Geela will discuss the proposal with leaders from Somalia and Ethiopia during the upcoming China-Africa summit next week. The proposal comes amidst heightened tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia over the recent agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland, which Somalia vehemently opposes. Djibouti, meanwhile, is engaged in an economic war with Somaliland, aiming to hinder its economic growth and international recognition. Youssef believes this proposal could create a win-win situation for all parties involved. However, the proposal is primarily aimed at strengthening Djibouti's economic dominance over Ethiopia, while simultaneously bolstering Somalia's claims to Somaliland and hindering its recognition. The potential impact of this proposal on Somaliland's economic growth and its pursuit of international recognition remains a key concern. In both cases, whether an agreement is reached between Ethiopia and #Somaliland or between #Djibouti and #Ethiopia for access to the sea, Ethiopia may achieve its goals, leaving Somaliland in opposition to both Somalia and Djibouti.
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🚨#Breaking: Djibouti Offers Ethiopia Full Control of Port in Bid to Counter Somaliland Djibouti's Foreign Minister, Mahmoud Ali Youssef ( Mahmoud Ali youssouf ), has proposed granting Ethiopia 100% control of the port of Tajourah, along with a new corridor leading to the port, as a solution to Ethiopia's lack of sea access. In an interview with the BBC, Youssef stated that the proposal, which includes a newly constructed corridor connecting the port to the Ethiopian border, aims to resolve Ethiopia's longstanding issue of accessing the sea. He indicated that President Ismail Oma Geela will discuss the proposal with leaders from Somalia and Ethiopia during the upcoming China-Africa summit next week. The proposal comes amidst heightened tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia over the recent agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland, which Somalia vehemently opposes. Djibouti, meanwhile, is engaged in an economic war with Somaliland, aiming to hinder its economic growth and international recognition. Youssef believes this proposal could create a win-win situation for all parties involved. However, the proposal is primarily aimed at strengthening Djibouti's economic dominance over Ethiopia, while simultaneously bolstering Somalia's claims to Somaliland and hindering its recognition. The potential impact of this proposal on Somaliland's economic growth and its pursuit of international recognition remains a key concern. In both cases, whether an agreement is reached between Ethiopia and #Somaliland or between #Djibouti and #Ethiopia for access to the sea, Ethiopia may achieve its goals, leaving Somaliland in opposition to both Somalia and Djibouti.

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Why Did Washington Lift Ethiopia’s Arms Embargo Now? Why is Washington opening the door for arms access to Ethiopia at this moment? The answer is simple. With the UAE already accused of backing the RSF, and Ethiopia now emerging as a possible route in the Sudan war, this decision could create another corridor for weapons to flow into an already devastating conflict and true to its predatory nature, the US empire has primed itself to exploit that opening. Sudan’s war is not a local power struggle. It is about foreign interests, mineral wealth, regional control, and the continued weakening of African states for outside benefit.
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18,408 views • 3 months ago

Ethiopia and its mouthpieces are in denial about their reality! Their failed narrative, which they peddle to the region, only reveals that they are the architects of the chaos. The truth is, Ethiopia stands on the brink of collapse, unable to manage its internal ethnic conflicts. Its economy is in ruins, to the point where Abiy Ahmed is selling off military supplies just to make ends meet. Meanwhile, Somalia is rising and moving beyond a long chapter of civil war, a chapter that Ethiopia helped prolong. Ethiopia is not just faltering; it is on the verge of total disintegration. The world needs to see through their lies!
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Ethiopia and its mouthpieces are in denial about their reality! Their failed narrative, which they peddle to the region, only reveals that they are the architects of the chaos. The truth is, Ethiopia stands on the brink of collapse, unable to manage its internal ethnic conflicts. Its economy is in ruins, to the point where Abiy Ahmed is selling off military supplies just to make ends meet. Meanwhile, Somalia is rising and moving beyond a long chapter of civil war, a chapter that Ethiopia helped prolong. Ethiopia is not just faltering; it is on the verge of total disintegration. The world needs to see through their lies!

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36,270 views • 1 year ago

#Ethiopia: From discussing border areas to “rimland across #Indian_Ocean” Dr. Abdi Zenebe, Deputy Executive Director of the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA), praised the recent #Ankara_Declaration signed between Ethiopia and #Somalia for the multitude benefits it brings both to Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa (#HoA). The agreement, and “the declaration that followed and the action plan that is attached to it”, has brought a number of benefits for the Horn of Africa,” he said, including “regional integration agenda” and “reducing tensions [and] strengthening the peace.” At the same time, Dr. Abdi says, it played an important role in bringing about a recognition that Ethiopia “has a legitimate demand; this is recognized.” In Addition, “through this agreement with Mogadishu, now Ethiopia will not only [be] limited to have access toward the Red Sea, but also to Indian Ocean, (Western Indian Ocean); to the Gulf of Aden.” This, he said, is a “transcendental matter” that sees Ethiopia “from talking about the border areas and regions” to “discussing about rimland across the Indian Ocean.” Video credit: Prosperity Party.
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#Ethiopia: From discussing border areas to “rimland across #Indian_Ocean” Dr. Abdi Zenebe, Deputy Executive Director of the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA), praised the recent #Ankara_Declaration signed between Ethiopia and #Somalia for the multitude benefits it brings both to Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa (#HoA). The agreement, and “the declaration that followed and the action plan that is attached to it”, has brought a number of benefits for the Horn of Africa,” he said, including “regional integration agenda” and “reducing tensions [and] strengthening the peace.” At the same time, Dr. Abdi says, it played an important role in bringing about a recognition that Ethiopia “has a legitimate demand; this is recognized.” In Addition, “through this agreement with Mogadishu, now Ethiopia will not only [be] limited to have access toward the Red Sea, but also to Indian Ocean, (Western Indian Ocean); to the Gulf of Aden.” This, he said, is a “transcendental matter” that sees Ethiopia “from talking about the border areas and regions” to “discussing about rimland across the Indian Ocean.” Video credit: Prosperity Party.

Addis Standard

31,396 views • 1 year ago

This is confirmation from Dr. Baxar, the leader of the Awdal State Movement, that Hassan Sheikh the president of #Somalia has handed over and sent the case of #Awdal to another country, #Djibouti while there tension with #Ethiopia Both the Djibouti and Somali governments prioritize removing Muuse Biixi from the presidency through peaceful and electoral means. I can understand the position of Djibouti (I have written many times that it is a country whose existence depends on the crisis in Somalia, benefiting from Somalia not being settled, Somaliland not being recognized, Awdal not having political independence, and Ethiopia not having sea access). What cannot be explained and will be left for history is the decision of Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Handing over the case of Awdal to another country is nothing but national betrayal, and it will be marked down in
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This is confirmation from Dr. Baxar, the leader of the Awdal State Movement, that Hassan Sheikh the president of #Somalia has handed over and sent the case of #Awdal to another country, #Djibouti while there tension with #Ethiopia Both the Djibouti and Somali governments prioritize removing Muuse Biixi from the presidency through peaceful and electoral means. I can understand the position of Djibouti (I have written many times that it is a country whose existence depends on the crisis in Somalia, benefiting from Somalia not being settled, Somaliland not being recognized, Awdal not having political independence, and Ethiopia not having sea access). What cannot be explained and will be left for history is the decision of Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Handing over the case of Awdal to another country is nothing but national betrayal, and it will be marked down in

Gaboose

16,021 views • 1 year ago

Prof. David Monyae: By taking Israel to the ICC, South Africa🇿🇦 CHALLENGED global powers on human rights 'South Africa has made its voice quite clear. You will agree with me when it comes to taking Israel to the ICC. It made the entire international community fully understand that human rights remain important and therefore challenge global powers. Its foreign policy of non-alignment that doesn't differ from India. However, unlike India, its position is quite clear. It tries to have relations with all countries, but its position is quite clear, that it is prominently a Global South country and it stands with the Global South agenda. That has been clear since 1994.’ -Prof. David Monyae, Director of the Centre for Africa-China Studies and Professor of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Johannesburg, on the latest episode of New Order. Watch the full interview in the quoted post below. 👇
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Prof. David Monyae: By taking Israel to the ICC, South Africa🇿🇦 CHALLENGED global powers on human rights 'South Africa has made its voice quite clear. You will agree with me when it comes to taking Israel to the ICC. It made the entire international community fully understand that human rights remain important and therefore challenge global powers. Its foreign policy of non-alignment that doesn't differ from India. However, unlike India, its position is quite clear. It tries to have relations with all countries, but its position is quite clear, that it is prominently a Global South country and it stands with the Global South agenda. That has been clear since 1994.’ -Prof. David Monyae, Director of the Centre for Africa-China Studies and Professor of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Johannesburg, on the latest episode of New Order. Watch the full interview in the quoted post below. 👇

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14,668 views • 6 days ago

The upcoming weeks could be a period that requires close attention in terms of the geopolitical direction of East Africa. The overall picture in Addis Ababa indicates that the region is passing through a critical threshold. We are in Addis Ababa as part of President Erdoğan’s visit to Ethiopia. 1. This year marks the 100th anniversary of Ethiopia–Türkiye relations. Türkiye’s first embassy in Sub-Saharan Africa was opened in Addis Ababa in 1926. The main theme of the visit, consistent with this historical continuity, is a “Permanent Partnership.” 2. Ethiopia occupies an extremely sensitive position within the conflict-prone and competitive environment of the Horn of Africa. The leadership seeks to consolidate its position on issues it considers vital. At the same time, it tends to turn any emerging opportunity into a strategic gain. 3. However, growing demographic pressure, economic challenges, the fatigue of internal conflict, and other domestic vulnerabilities-combined with the structural disadvantages of being a landlocked country-are pushing Addis Ababa toward alternative strategic options. 4. In this context, the strategy of “access to the sea” is seen as a form of strategic relief-both for managing internal pressures and deepening regional influence. Creating economic breathing space, reducing logistical dependence, and increasing strategic maneuverability are the core motivations behind this approach. 5. This places Ethiopia in a difficult equation: it must produce policy within a competitive-and at times confrontational-regional environment where its ambitions may clash with the sovereignty sensitivities of its neighbors. The search for maritime access therefore stands out as an issue that could easily harden the region’s fragile balance. 6. Its closer alignment with the UAE in the Sudan civil war reflects the cumulative pressures of multiple security and economic challenges. Recent developments suggest that Ethiopia may seek a more active and visible role in the Sudan file in the near term. 7. At the same time, military movements along the Eritrean border carry risks that could trigger a new confrontation. For Ethiopia, the Eritrea issue is directly linked to its most critical maritime option. Access to the sea through Assab remains central to its strategic thinking. Historical grievances and current security concerns are deeply intertwined in this file. 8. Another critical relationship is with Egypt. The core issue here is the Nile Basin and water security. While the GERD dam represents energy production, development, and strategic leverage for Ethiopia, it is perceived by Egypt as a high-risk scenario. What began as a technical water management issue has evolved into a geopolitical matter directly tied to regional power balances. 9. When regional dynamics and the engagement of external actors are considered together, it becomes clear that Ethiopia is navigating a multilayered but high-risk foreign policy landscape-one that affects fault lines across North Africa, the Middle East, the Gulf, and the Horn of Africa. 10. Within this broader tension environment, Türkiye-Ethiopia relations remain in a positive trajectory. Despite differences in certain areas, the potential for deeper cooperation is high. Today, both leaders delivered strong messages in this direction. 11. President Erdoğan’s visit comes at a time when regional conflict dynamics are becoming increasingly visible. Ankara is seeking to develop a balancing approach aimed at preventing potential conflicts and lowering rising regional tensions. Given that Türkiye has both direct and indirect interests tied to the nature of its relationship with Ethiopia, the process is being managed with careful strategic consideration. 12. From arrival to departure, President Erdoğan was warmly received in Addis Ababa. The key areas of focus included economic cooperation, defense industry partnerships, and critical regional issues. Murat Yeşiltaş SETA
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The upcoming weeks could be a period that requires close attention in terms of the geopolitical direction of East Africa. The overall picture in Addis Ababa indicates that the region is passing through a critical threshold. We are in Addis Ababa as part of President Erdoğan’s visit to Ethiopia. 1. This year marks the 100th anniversary of Ethiopia–Türkiye relations. Türkiye’s first embassy in Sub-Saharan Africa was opened in Addis Ababa in 1926. The main theme of the visit, consistent with this historical continuity, is a “Permanent Partnership.” 2. Ethiopia occupies an extremely sensitive position within the conflict-prone and competitive environment of the Horn of Africa. The leadership seeks to consolidate its position on issues it considers vital. At the same time, it tends to turn any emerging opportunity into a strategic gain. 3. However, growing demographic pressure, economic challenges, the fatigue of internal conflict, and other domestic vulnerabilities-combined with the structural disadvantages of being a landlocked country-are pushing Addis Ababa toward alternative strategic options. 4. In this context, the strategy of “access to the sea” is seen as a form of strategic relief-both for managing internal pressures and deepening regional influence. Creating economic breathing space, reducing logistical dependence, and increasing strategic maneuverability are the core motivations behind this approach. 5. This places Ethiopia in a difficult equation: it must produce policy within a competitive-and at times confrontational-regional environment where its ambitions may clash with the sovereignty sensitivities of its neighbors. The search for maritime access therefore stands out as an issue that could easily harden the region’s fragile balance. 6. Its closer alignment with the UAE in the Sudan civil war reflects the cumulative pressures of multiple security and economic challenges. Recent developments suggest that Ethiopia may seek a more active and visible role in the Sudan file in the near term. 7. At the same time, military movements along the Eritrean border carry risks that could trigger a new confrontation. For Ethiopia, the Eritrea issue is directly linked to its most critical maritime option. Access to the sea through Assab remains central to its strategic thinking. Historical grievances and current security concerns are deeply intertwined in this file. 8. Another critical relationship is with Egypt. The core issue here is the Nile Basin and water security. While the GERD dam represents energy production, development, and strategic leverage for Ethiopia, it is perceived by Egypt as a high-risk scenario. What began as a technical water management issue has evolved into a geopolitical matter directly tied to regional power balances. 9. When regional dynamics and the engagement of external actors are considered together, it becomes clear that Ethiopia is navigating a multilayered but high-risk foreign policy landscape-one that affects fault lines across North Africa, the Middle East, the Gulf, and the Horn of Africa. 10. Within this broader tension environment, Türkiye-Ethiopia relations remain in a positive trajectory. Despite differences in certain areas, the potential for deeper cooperation is high. Today, both leaders delivered strong messages in this direction. 11. President Erdoğan’s visit comes at a time when regional conflict dynamics are becoming increasingly visible. Ankara is seeking to develop a balancing approach aimed at preventing potential conflicts and lowering rising regional tensions. Given that Türkiye has both direct and indirect interests tied to the nature of its relationship with Ethiopia, the process is being managed with careful strategic consideration. 12. From arrival to departure, President Erdoğan was warmly received in Addis Ababa. The key areas of focus included economic cooperation, defense industry partnerships, and critical regional issues. Murat Yeşiltaş SETA

Tunç Demirtaş

14,131 views • 6 months ago

Just 34 years ago, #Ethiopia became a landlocked country without the knowledge or consent of the Ethiopian people. Both the Port of #Massawa and the Port of #Assab were constructed by Ethiopians and funded by Ethiopian resources. It is a shame that the rest of the world watched silently while rebels and Ethiopia's historical enemies transformed Ethiopia into a landlocked nation. Now, the world should stand with Ethiopia to help restore our access to the sea.
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Just 34 years ago, #Ethiopia became a landlocked country without the knowledge or consent of the Ethiopian people. Both the Port of #Massawa and the Port of #Assab were constructed by Ethiopians and funded by Ethiopian resources. It is a shame that the rest of the world watched silently while rebels and Ethiopia's historical enemies transformed Ethiopia into a landlocked nation. Now, the world should stand with Ethiopia to help restore our access to the sea.

Behiwot Tilahun🇪🇹 በህይወት ጥላሁን🇪🇹

10,612 views • 11 months ago

Eritrea's Role as a Regional Stabilizing Force SUDAN ― Eritrea has long been a stabilizing force in the Horn of Africa, though its role is often misunderstood. When neighbors face moments of uncertainty, it is #Eritrea that quietly steps in to stand alongside them rather than watch from the sidelines, and its political, security, and diplomatic support often proving to be an antidote to crisis. Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed and Somalia's Hassan Sheikh Mohamud experienced this firsthand. Today, Sudan is at the center of a devastating conflict and humanitarian crisis. Eritrea, despite its limited resources, has presented itself as a steadfast neighbor offering support to a country it always considers a brotherly nation. Reports suggest that thousands of Sudanese recruits who completed military training in Eritrea have returned to Sudan to bolster the country's defense efforts. Their return comes as Sudan finds itself encircled by a growing "ring of fire", as external actors like the #UAE and regional neighbors including #Ethiopia, #Chad, and #Libya, encircled Sudan with logistical supply lines, financial backing, and military support to a rival factions accused of genocide.
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Eritrea's Role as a Regional Stabilizing Force SUDAN ― Eritrea has long been a stabilizing force in the Horn of Africa, though its role is often misunderstood. When neighbors face moments of uncertainty, it is #Eritrea that quietly steps in to stand alongside them rather than watch from the sidelines, and its political, security, and diplomatic support often proving to be an antidote to crisis. Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed and Somalia's Hassan Sheikh Mohamud experienced this firsthand. Today, Sudan is at the center of a devastating conflict and humanitarian crisis. Eritrea, despite its limited resources, has presented itself as a steadfast neighbor offering support to a country it always considers a brotherly nation. Reports suggest that thousands of Sudanese recruits who completed military training in Eritrea have returned to Sudan to bolster the country's defense efforts. Their return comes as Sudan finds itself encircled by a growing "ring of fire", as external actors like the #UAE and regional neighbors including #Ethiopia, #Chad, and #Libya, encircled Sudan with logistical supply lines, financial backing, and military support to a rival factions accused of genocide.

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15,199 views • 22 days ago

"For peace to be possible, the #DRC government needs to ensure that all its people, including Rwandaphone Congolese, are safe and have equal opportunities and rights in the reconstruction of their country. In the same fashion, it needs to ensure that the DRC territory is not a source of threats or a safe haven for those threatening the security of its neighbours. It is unfortunate that some politicians prefer rhetorical populism which is externalizing all its problems instead of looking inwards for solutions. Without an honest comprehensive internal process that addresses security and governance challenges, the DRC will not be at peace. Even without M23, the DRC suffers from an ineffective government, with more than 100 rebel groups preying on ordinary civilians. In other words, the DRC needs to make peace with itself; it will, in turn, produce regional peace." Alphonse ✍️
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"For peace to be possible, the #DRC government needs to ensure that all its people, including Rwandaphone Congolese, are safe and have equal opportunities and rights in the reconstruction of their country. In the same fashion, it needs to ensure that the DRC territory is not a source of threats or a safe haven for those threatening the security of its neighbours. It is unfortunate that some politicians prefer rhetorical populism which is externalizing all its problems instead of looking inwards for solutions. Without an honest comprehensive internal process that addresses security and governance challenges, the DRC will not be at peace. Even without M23, the DRC suffers from an ineffective government, with more than 100 rebel groups preying on ordinary civilians. In other words, the DRC needs to make peace with itself; it will, in turn, produce regional peace." Alphonse ✍️

Pan-African Review

30,025 views • 2 years ago

#Ethiopia has “already securitized lack of access to sea”: PM Abiy Ahmed’s Security Advisor Speaking to state media, Kenea Yadeta, Security Advisor to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, said Ethiopia’s pursuit of access to the sea is “fundamentally an issue of sovereignty” and has already been “securitized.” He said the issue is increasingly gaining acceptance domestically and internationally, adding that as an “anchor state” in the Horn of Africa, Ethiopia could play a “major role” in advancing regional economic integration, security, and stability. Kenea further said that Ethiopia’s has “historical and legal justification” for its claim. Watch.
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#Ethiopia has “already securitized lack of access to sea”: PM Abiy Ahmed’s Security Advisor Speaking to state media, Kenea Yadeta, Security Advisor to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, said Ethiopia’s pursuit of access to the sea is “fundamentally an issue of sovereignty” and has already been “securitized.” He said the issue is increasingly gaining acceptance domestically and internationally, adding that as an “anchor state” in the Horn of Africa, Ethiopia could play a “major role” in advancing regional economic integration, security, and stability. Kenea further said that Ethiopia’s has “historical and legal justification” for its claim. Watch.

Addis Standard

15,939 views • 2 months ago

Ethiopia: The Greatest Opportunist in Africa and the World!! Ethiopia is considered the greatest opportunist in Africa and the world, having exploited the collapse of the Siad Barre regime and the state in Somalia following the civil war in the early 1990s. Similarly, it took advantage of the departure of the late President Hosni Mubarak’s regime in 2011 to build the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), assuming that the Egyptian state had collapsed. The difference now is that Somalia is recovering, building its army, and fighting to liberate its lands and eradicate terrorism, while Egypt is reaffirming its strategic position in the Horn of Africa. History is repeating itself, and Ethiopia will escape this time. It will soon find itself needing to pay the price. #Ethiopia #GERD #Somalia #Egypt #HornOfAfrica
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Ethiopia: The Greatest Opportunist in Africa and the World!! Ethiopia is considered the greatest opportunist in Africa and the world, having exploited the collapse of the Siad Barre regime and the state in Somalia following the civil war in the early 1990s. Similarly, it took advantage of the departure of the late President Hosni Mubarak’s regime in 2011 to build the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), assuming that the Egyptian state had collapsed. The difference now is that Somalia is recovering, building its army, and fighting to liberate its lands and eradicate terrorism, while Egypt is reaffirming its strategic position in the Horn of Africa. History is repeating itself, and Ethiopia will escape this time. It will soon find itself needing to pay the price. #Ethiopia #GERD #Somalia #Egypt #HornOfAfrica

khaled mahmoued

21,352 views • 1 year ago

The warning signs of a fragmenting #Ethiopia are becoming harder to ignore. The President of the Somali Region (Mustafe Mohammed Omer) is openly discussing about the breakup of the #Ethiopian state, admitting that he had prepared the Somali region to secede if the TPLF were to return to power. That admission speaks volumes about the state of Ethiopia under Abiy Ahmed. It depicts one ethnic region is unwilling to be governed by another, and where the prospect of TPLF leadership is seen as a trigger for the country's disintegration. In this video he clearly states that, as TPLF forces advanced toward Addis Ababa, his overriding concern was not to fight for his country, but breaking the Somali Region away from Ethiopia. This raises an obvious question: what calculations were being made by Abiy at the time? may be seceding Oromia? The current fragile state of Ethiopia demands leadership capable of leading the country peacefully —not presiding over its slow unraveling.
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The warning signs of a fragmenting #Ethiopia are becoming harder to ignore. The President of the Somali Region (Mustafe Mohammed Omer) is openly discussing about the breakup of the #Ethiopian state, admitting that he had prepared the Somali region to secede if the TPLF were to return to power. That admission speaks volumes about the state of Ethiopia under Abiy Ahmed. It depicts one ethnic region is unwilling to be governed by another, and where the prospect of TPLF leadership is seen as a trigger for the country's disintegration. In this video he clearly states that, as TPLF forces advanced toward Addis Ababa, his overriding concern was not to fight for his country, but breaking the Somali Region away from Ethiopia. This raises an obvious question: what calculations were being made by Abiy at the time? may be seceding Oromia? The current fragile state of Ethiopia demands leadership capable of leading the country peacefully —not presiding over its slow unraveling.

Sirak Bahlbi

41,850 views • 4 months ago

Prof. David Monyae: South Africa🇿🇦 will work with BRICS to bring the US🇺🇸 to BEHAVE 'South Africa's approach to foreign policy is one of engaging and trying to mend fences with all powers. It moves from a position that the United States remains an important power globally. South Africa has differed with the United States on a number of key areas when it comes to United Nations reforms. The UN itself differs on position when it comes to Israel and Gaza. It is not in South Africa's interest to go head-on with such a powerful country. And therefore the thinking is that South Africa will then work with BRICS and other formations to really try to bring the United States to behave in a manner that is not threatening its security.' -Prof. David Monyae, Director of the Centre for Africa-China Studies and Professor of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Johannesburg, on the latest episode of New Order. Watch the full interview in the quoted post below. 👇
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Prof. David Monyae: South Africa🇿🇦 will work with BRICS to bring the US🇺🇸 to BEHAVE 'South Africa's approach to foreign policy is one of engaging and trying to mend fences with all powers. It moves from a position that the United States remains an important power globally. South Africa has differed with the United States on a number of key areas when it comes to United Nations reforms. The UN itself differs on position when it comes to Israel and Gaza. It is not in South Africa's interest to go head-on with such a powerful country. And therefore the thinking is that South Africa will then work with BRICS and other formations to really try to bring the United States to behave in a manner that is not threatening its security.' -Prof. David Monyae, Director of the Centre for Africa-China Studies and Professor of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Johannesburg, on the latest episode of New Order. Watch the full interview in the quoted post below. 👇

New Order with Afshin Rattansi

40,549 views • 6 days ago

#WATCH | New York | Responding to a question by ANI on secondary sanctions imposed on India by the US for importing Russian oil, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says, "(The economic partnership between India and Russia) is not under threat... The Indian Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs have made it clear that India chooses its own partners. If the US has proposals on how to enrich bilateral trade between the US and India, they are prepared to discuss the terms for that, whatever terms the US might put forth. But when it comes to trade, investment, economic, military, technological, and other relations between India and third states, it is something that India will discuss only with those states in question." (Source: UNTV via Reuters)
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#WATCH | New York | Responding to a question by ANI on secondary sanctions imposed on India by the US for importing Russian oil, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says, "(The economic partnership between India and Russia) is not under threat... The Indian Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs have made it clear that India chooses its own partners. If the US has proposals on how to enrich bilateral trade between the US and India, they are prepared to discuss the terms for that, whatever terms the US might put forth. But when it comes to trade, investment, economic, military, technological, and other relations between India and third states, it is something that India will discuss only with those states in question." (Source: UNTV via Reuters)

ANI

77,926 views • 11 months ago

Abiy is wrong on every front—and he’s not the first to follow this misguided path. Unfortunately for him, he has completely discredited himself. Someone needs to remind him to be careful; his over-ambition is becoming reckless. He imagines himself as a reincarnated Menelik II, chasing the old dream of reaching the sea, just as Haile Selassie once did. Now Abiy believes he can revive that ambition and has even declared he is willing to go to war to achieve it. #Ethiopia is once again talking in the language of irredentism and it is isolated. But the world is not buying it. Egypt, Turkey, and the United States have all said no. Abiy has miscalculated spectacularly—he stands isolated. Even the Nobel Prize he once boasted about is now viewed with regret in Europe. Kenya, too, must say no...... A Kenyan expert said.
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Abiy is wrong on every front—and he’s not the first to follow this misguided path. Unfortunately for him, he has completely discredited himself. Someone needs to remind him to be careful; his over-ambition is becoming reckless. He imagines himself as a reincarnated Menelik II, chasing the old dream of reaching the sea, just as Haile Selassie once did. Now Abiy believes he can revive that ambition and has even declared he is willing to go to war to achieve it. #Ethiopia is once again talking in the language of irredentism and it is isolated. But the world is not buying it. Egypt, Turkey, and the United States have all said no. Abiy has miscalculated spectacularly—he stands isolated. Even the Nobel Prize he once boasted about is now viewed with regret in Europe. Kenya, too, must say no...... A Kenyan expert said.

Sirak Bahlbi

13,491 views • 9 months ago