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#ENDF seeks peaceful solutions, remains ready to counter ‘Security Dilemma’ threats Lieutenant General Hachalu Sheleme, head of the ENDF Human Resource Department, said the defense force has developed into a reliable institution with strong armament, leadership, organizational capacity, and experience. He noted that tens of thousands of young #Ethiopians...

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#Ethiopian senior defense official cites ‘history’, ‘national survival’, and ‘security’ to justify need for #Red_Sea presence Major General Teshome Gemechu, Director-General of International Relations and Military Cooperation at the Ministry of Defense, has reiterated Ethiopia’s resolve to secure access to the Red Sea, particularly Assab, describing it as a historical right and a matter of national survival. He outlined four justifications: Ethiopia’s historic ties to Assab, international law provisions for landlocked states, existential survival needs, and growing security threats. “The Red Sea was once part of us. Assab was part of our territory,” he said, questioning the legitimacy of the transitional government in the early 1990s that allowed Eritrea’s secession. Citing “security concerns”, Maj. Gen. Teshome warned that Ethiopia’s cities, including Addis Abeba, could face “missile threats” from the sea, making military presence essential to safeguard national interests. He nonetheless said that Ethiopia’s priority remains a diplomatic solution. Watch
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#Ethiopian senior defense official cites ‘history’, ‘national survival’, and ‘security’ to justify need for #Red_Sea presence Major General Teshome Gemechu, Director-General of International Relations and Military Cooperation at the Ministry of Defense, has reiterated Ethiopia’s resolve to secure access to the Red Sea, particularly Assab, describing it as a historical right and a matter of national survival. He outlined four justifications: Ethiopia’s historic ties to Assab, international law provisions for landlocked states, existential survival needs, and growing security threats. “The Red Sea was once part of us. Assab was part of our territory,” he said, questioning the legitimacy of the transitional government in the early 1990s that allowed Eritrea’s secession. Citing “security concerns”, Maj. Gen. Teshome warned that Ethiopia’s cities, including Addis Abeba, could face “missile threats” from the sea, making military presence essential to safeguard national interests. He nonetheless said that Ethiopia’s priority remains a diplomatic solution. Watch

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#Ethiopia: Lieutenant General Alemshet Degife, Military Advisor to the Chief of Staff of the Ethiopian National Defense Force (#ENDF) and Chief of the Fire Command, announced plans to reduce the military’s involvement in policing and transfer these responsibilities to regional police forces and local militias. Speaking in a two-part interview with ENDF Media, he emphasized, “It is not sustainable for the national defense force to be deployed in every village, woreda, kebele, and city.” General Alemshet reflected on the challenges posed by prolonged military deployments over the past five to six years, particularly in the Tigray, Oromia, and Amhara regions. He outlined a strategy to withdraw troops to their camps and prioritize training, stating, “We are planning to return the military to its camp and focus on training. In this regard, we believe we will succeed, and our forces will get the necessary rest.” Watch!
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#Ethiopia: Lieutenant General Alemshet Degife, Military Advisor to the Chief of Staff of the Ethiopian National Defense Force (#ENDF) and Chief of the Fire Command, announced plans to reduce the military’s involvement in policing and transfer these responsibilities to regional police forces and local militias. Speaking in a two-part interview with ENDF Media, he emphasized, “It is not sustainable for the national defense force to be deployed in every village, woreda, kebele, and city.” General Alemshet reflected on the challenges posed by prolonged military deployments over the past five to six years, particularly in the Tigray, Oromia, and Amhara regions. He outlined a strategy to withdraw troops to their camps and prioritize training, stating, “We are planning to return the military to its camp and focus on training. In this regard, we believe we will succeed, and our forces will get the necessary rest.” Watch!

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Ireland has a proud peacekeeping record and will always be a peaceful country 🇮🇪 But if the Triple Lock remains unchanged, Irish troops will continue to miss out on important overseas missions and valuable experience, while our European partners carry on that work. The deployment of our Defence Forces will remain fully consistent with international law and our Constitution, while ensuring Ireland can continue to contribute to peacekeeping, security and stability in the world.
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Ireland has a proud peacekeeping record and will always be a peaceful country 🇮🇪 But if the Triple Lock remains unchanged, Irish troops will continue to miss out on important overseas missions and valuable experience, while our European partners carry on that work. The deployment of our Defence Forces will remain fully consistent with international law and our Constitution, while ensuring Ireland can continue to contribute to peacekeeping, security and stability in the world.

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#Ethiopia: "There are no organized forces in Ethiopia capable of confronting the National Defense Forces or other security entities" - Legesse Tulu Legesse Tulu, Government Communication Minister, stated in a recent national television appearance that “there are no organized forces in the country capable of confronting the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (#ENDF) or other organized security structures.” He emphasized that Ethiopia’s peace situation “is more stable than it has been in the past seven years—even compared to last month.” According to Legesse, “the ambitions of armed groups who once used violence to control territories and dismantle state structures have been neutralized.” He explained that the current threat does not stem from political actors but from “economically motivated groups who engage in robbery and extortion to gain quick wealth.” Watch!
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#Ethiopia: "There are no organized forces in Ethiopia capable of confronting the National Defense Forces or other security entities" - Legesse Tulu Legesse Tulu, Government Communication Minister, stated in a recent national television appearance that “there are no organized forces in the country capable of confronting the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (#ENDF) or other organized security structures.” He emphasized that Ethiopia’s peace situation “is more stable than it has been in the past seven years—even compared to last month.” According to Legesse, “the ambitions of armed groups who once used violence to control territories and dismantle state structures have been neutralized.” He explained that the current threat does not stem from political actors but from “economically motivated groups who engage in robbery and extortion to gain quick wealth.” 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!
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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

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‼️🇬🇧 BREAKING - The United Kingdom is "rapidly developing" plans to prepare the entire country for a possible war, said the UK Minister of Armed Forces. ▪️ El Carns noted that the army, navy, and air force respond to crises, but "society, industry, and the economy win wars." ▪️ He said, "The shadow of war is still knocking on Europe's door. This is reality. We must be ready to stop it." ▪️ Carns warns the country's military leadership and defense heads of allied states to "be prepared for a war that will cause huge human casualties" — he said NATO allies must be ready for counteractions. See the latest updates with us: Visioner
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‼️🇬🇧 BREAKING - The United Kingdom is "rapidly developing" plans to prepare the entire country for a possible war, said the UK Minister of Armed Forces. ▪️ El Carns noted that the army, navy, and air force respond to crises, but "society, industry, and the economy win wars." ▪️ He said, "The shadow of war is still knocking on Europe's door. This is reality. We must be ready to stop it." ▪️ Carns warns the country's military leadership and defense heads of allied states to "be prepared for a war that will cause huge human casualties" — he said NATO allies must be ready for counteractions. See the latest updates with us: Visioner

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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.
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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.

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BREAKING: ENDF Troops Captured by Fano Speak Out! ENDF troops captured by Fano told Ethio 251 Media. “It's been five years since I joined the ENDF, and the longing for home is intense. My family misses me dearly, and I miss them terribly—my son, my father, and my mother. I was captured by Fano on September 24, 2025. The government claims there's no army that can be captured by Fano, but rather, we're the ones who capture Fano. However, over 300 troops are currently being held captive by Fano. It was previously said that capturing Fano would bring death, but my experience has been different. As an Oromo, I've had a surprising experience: Fano has been taking care of me since my capture. Many friends fell in battle with Fano, but by the grace of God, I survived. Now, my sole desire is to see my son again. The ENDF is plagued by corruption, and it's no secret that nobody wants to remain in the force. The Red Cross should reach us before the government hits us with a drone.”
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BREAKING: ENDF Troops Captured by Fano Speak Out! ENDF troops captured by Fano told Ethio 251 Media. “It's been five years since I joined the ENDF, and the longing for home is intense. My family misses me dearly, and I miss them terribly—my son, my father, and my mother. I was captured by Fano on September 24, 2025. The government claims there's no army that can be captured by Fano, but rather, we're the ones who capture Fano. However, over 300 troops are currently being held captive by Fano. It was previously said that capturing Fano would bring death, but my experience has been different. As an Oromo, I've had a surprising experience: Fano has been taking care of me since my capture. Many friends fell in battle with Fano, but by the grace of God, I survived. Now, my sole desire is to see my son again. The ENDF is plagued by corruption, and it's no secret that nobody wants to remain in the force. The Red Cross should reach us before the government hits us with a drone.”

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Chinese Ministry of Commerce Spokesperson He Yongqian responded to a question regarding whether #China has engaged in tariff negotiations with the #US. The spokesperson said that "If the US wants to talk, our door remains open, but dialogue must be conducted on the basis of mutual respect and equality. If the US wants to fight, our response will continue to the end. Pressure, threats, and coercion are not the right way to deal with China."
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Chinese Ministry of Commerce Spokesperson He Yongqian responded to a question regarding whether #China has engaged in tariff negotiations with the #US. The spokesperson said that "If the US wants to talk, our door remains open, but dialogue must be conducted on the basis of mutual respect and equality. If the US wants to fight, our response will continue to the end. Pressure, threats, and coercion are not the right way to deal with China."

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#Ethiopia: "We don't want to pay any more sacrifice, sit down and discuss," Brigadier General Kebede Regasa Brigadier General Kebede Regasa, Commandant of the Ethiopian Defense University, has warned that Ethiopia’s survival “depends on achieving national consensus.” Speaking at the Second Parliamentary Citizens Forum held on 22 January, 2025, under the theme "National Consensus for Dependable Peace and Prosperity," he emphasized that such consensus is “not to satisfy individuals or groups’ interests” but is crucial for “the existence of the country.” The forum, organized by the House of Peoples’ Representatives, was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs Gedion Timothewos, Speaker of Parliament Tagesse Chafo, and invited intellectuals. Brigadier General Kebede stressed the need for stakeholders to critically evaluate the country’s situation, noting that “Ethiopia remains one of the few countries,” in the 21st century, “engaged in civil war.” He urged participants to prioritize dialogue to prevent further bloodshed, stating, "We don't want to pay any more sacrifice. Sit down and discuss," and further emphasized, “Solve your problem.”
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#Ethiopia: "We don't want to pay any more sacrifice, sit down and discuss," Brigadier General Kebede Regasa Brigadier General Kebede Regasa, Commandant of the Ethiopian Defense University, has warned that Ethiopia’s survival “depends on achieving national consensus.” Speaking at the Second Parliamentary Citizens Forum held on 22 January, 2025, under the theme "National Consensus for Dependable Peace and Prosperity," he emphasized that such consensus is “not to satisfy individuals or groups’ interests” but is crucial for “the existence of the country.” The forum, organized by the House of Peoples’ Representatives, was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs Gedion Timothewos, Speaker of Parliament Tagesse Chafo, and invited intellectuals. Brigadier General Kebede stressed the need for stakeholders to critically evaluate the country’s situation, noting that “Ethiopia remains one of the few countries,” in the 21st century, “engaged in civil war.” He urged participants to prioritize dialogue to prevent further bloodshed, stating, "We don't want to pay any more sacrifice. Sit down and discuss," and further emphasized, “Solve your problem.”

Addis Standard

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#Eritrea posed ‘extraordinary’ situation that compelled Ethiopia ‘to adopt an exceptional position’ In a rare move that signals a sharp departure in tone and policy since Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Eritrea’s President Isaias Afwerki forged an alliance in the summer of 2018, Ethiopia has voted in favor of renewing the mandate of the UN Special Rapporteur on the human rights situation in Eritrea. “…the situation is extraordinary and compels us to adopt an exceptional position,” Ambassador Tsegab Kebebew, Ethiopia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Vienna, said. Citing national security threats, continued occupation of Ethiopia’s sovereign territory, and “gross human rights violations particularly in the border areas”, Ambassador Tsegab said “the current context marked by persistent non-cooperation and escalating threats demands robust international attention.” The vote took place during the 30th meeting of the 59th Session of the UN Human Rights Council last week Friday. Watch
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#Eritrea posed ‘extraordinary’ situation that compelled Ethiopia ‘to adopt an exceptional position’ In a rare move that signals a sharp departure in tone and policy since Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Eritrea’s President Isaias Afwerki forged an alliance in the summer of 2018, Ethiopia has voted in favor of renewing the mandate of the UN Special Rapporteur on the human rights situation in Eritrea. “…the situation is extraordinary and compels us to adopt an exceptional position,” Ambassador Tsegab Kebebew, Ethiopia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Vienna, said. Citing national security threats, continued occupation of Ethiopia’s sovereign territory, and “gross human rights violations particularly in the border areas”, Ambassador Tsegab said “the current context marked by persistent non-cooperation and escalating threats demands robust international attention.” The vote took place during the 30th meeting of the 59th Session of the UN Human Rights Council last week Friday. Watch

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Mykhailo Fedorov said Zelensky offered him an adviser role, but he declined. He said Ukraine needs changes in its military leadership to win with fewer losses, calling for the replacement of Oleksandr Syrskyi and the chief of the General Staff. According to Fedorov, Zelensky said he does not plan to dismiss Syrskyi. Fedorov argued that recruitment centers report to the General Staff rather than the Defense Ministry and said mobilization problems cannot be resolved without Syrskyi’s removal. He added that Ukraine cannot match Russia’s mobilization pace and must instead prioritize drones and modern technology. Fedorov also said he spoke with the president by phone today and that they still need to discuss several issues. #Ukraine
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Mykhailo Fedorov said Zelensky offered him an adviser role, but he declined. He said Ukraine needs changes in its military leadership to win with fewer losses, calling for the replacement of Oleksandr Syrskyi and the chief of the General Staff. According to Fedorov, Zelensky said he does not plan to dismiss Syrskyi. Fedorov argued that recruitment centers report to the General Staff rather than the Defense Ministry and said mobilization problems cannot be resolved without Syrskyi’s removal. He added that Ukraine cannot match Russia’s mobilization pace and must instead prioritize drones and modern technology. Fedorov also said he spoke with the president by phone today and that they still need to discuss several issues. #Ukraine

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Video: #Ethiopia’s President Sahle-Work Zewde admits Ethiopians are unable to create a “national narrative” that “unites us”, unable to build a state that enjoys “legitimacy” by majority of Ethiopians, and unable to “reconcile our differences.” The president said this in her annual opening speech outlining the government’s priorities at the joint session by the House of People’s Representatives (HoPR) and House of Federation (HoF) this afternoon. President Sahle-Work also highlighted that these failures have led Ethiopia to “become two-faced”: one that signifies the failures and the other that defines a country that has rich national gifts, culture, and the history of independence She also admitted that Ethiopians have failed to reconcile their differences with each other and instead resorted to have “civil wars” and violence that are costing the country incalculable prices. The President cautioned that the country should mend this broken track-record and correct these contradictions. In order to do this, Ethiopians should “pause and evaluate” the road that the country came so far to consider what’s been beneficial and what’s been costly for the country to ensure the foundations to hand over a better country for future generations are laid. The new chapter the country is going through now is not of “few individuals”, but of a collective chapter for “all Ethiopians”, she said. Ethiopians should move head with the issues they agree on and engage in dialogue on the issues of disagreement. “History should not become the source of our differences,” the president said, adding that more time must be invested in mapping out the future of the country. AS
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Video: #Ethiopia’s President Sahle-Work Zewde admits Ethiopians are unable to create a “national narrative” that “unites us”, unable to build a state that enjoys “legitimacy” by majority of Ethiopians, and unable to “reconcile our differences.” The president said this in her annual opening speech outlining the government’s priorities at the joint session by the House of People’s Representatives (HoPR) and House of Federation (HoF) this afternoon. President Sahle-Work also highlighted that these failures have led Ethiopia to “become two-faced”: one that signifies the failures and the other that defines a country that has rich national gifts, culture, and the history of independence She also admitted that Ethiopians have failed to reconcile their differences with each other and instead resorted to have “civil wars” and violence that are costing the country incalculable prices. The President cautioned that the country should mend this broken track-record and correct these contradictions. In order to do this, Ethiopians should “pause and evaluate” the road that the country came so far to consider what’s been beneficial and what’s been costly for the country to ensure the foundations to hand over a better country for future generations are laid. The new chapter the country is going through now is not of “few individuals”, but of a collective chapter for “all Ethiopians”, she said. Ethiopians should move head with the issues they agree on and engage in dialogue on the issues of disagreement. “History should not become the source of our differences,” the president said, adding that more time must be invested in mapping out the future of the country. AS

Addis Standard

179,532 views • 2 years ago

President Zelensky said Russia remains unwilling to end the war following two days of talks between Ukrainian and US delegations. He noted that US attention is currently focused in part on escalating tensions around Iran, while efforts to end Russia’s war against Ukraine continue. Zelensky emphasized the need for strong security guarantees and warned that without them, the risk of renewed conflict would remain, while signaling possible continuation of prisoner exchanges. #Ukraine
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President Zelensky said Russia remains unwilling to end the war following two days of talks between Ukrainian and US delegations. He noted that US attention is currently focused in part on escalating tensions around Iran, while efforts to end Russia’s war against Ukraine continue. Zelensky emphasized the need for strong security guarantees and warned that without them, the risk of renewed conflict would remain, while signaling possible continuation of prisoner exchanges. #Ukraine

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37,302 views • 5 months ago

Putin congratulated Donald Trump on inauguration day. He said that Russia is open to dialogue and negotiations but emphasized that "We will, of course, fight for the interests of Russia, for the interests of the Russian people. This, in fact, is the goal and meaning of the special military operation." So Putin's position remains the same. He wants a weak and unarmed Ukraine.
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Putin congratulated Donald Trump on inauguration day. He said that Russia is open to dialogue and negotiations but emphasized that "We will, of course, fight for the interests of Russia, for the interests of the Russian people. This, in fact, is the goal and meaning of the special military operation." So Putin's position remains the same. He wants a weak and unarmed Ukraine.

Anton Gerashchenko

99,004 views • 1 year ago

#Ethiopia: ‘We need to prepare our minds and ourselves”: Brg. Gen Bulto Tadesse, Ethiopian Defense College Chief, on possible military role in #Red_Sea bid Brig. Gen. Bulti Tadesse, Chief of the Ethiopian Defense College, said that Ethiopia’s quest for Red Sea access is primarily about peace and national security rather than wealth. The senior military general became one of a string of senior military and political leaders in Ethiopia to argue the need for Ethiopia to pursue access to the Red Sea; although he, too said the government is pursuing it “through diplomacy, peace, or understanding.” In a statement issued through state-affiliated media, he cautioned that soldiers must also be ready if called upon: “This is why we need to prepare our minds and ourselves for how we can act if our government gives us authority or duty in the future.” Watch
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#Ethiopia: ‘We need to prepare our minds and ourselves”: Brg. Gen Bulto Tadesse, Ethiopian Defense College Chief, on possible military role in #Red_Sea bid Brig. Gen. Bulti Tadesse, Chief of the Ethiopian Defense College, said that Ethiopia’s quest for Red Sea access is primarily about peace and national security rather than wealth. The senior military general became one of a string of senior military and political leaders in Ethiopia to argue the need for Ethiopia to pursue access to the Red Sea; although he, too said the government is pursuing it “through diplomacy, peace, or understanding.” In a statement issued through state-affiliated media, he cautioned that soldiers must also be ready if called upon: “This is why we need to prepare our minds and ourselves for how we can act if our government gives us authority or duty in the future.” Watch

Addis Standard

36,492 views • 1 year ago

Yesterday, Chancellor Merz proposed that Russia declare a ceasefire during the Christmas holidays. "Perhaps the Russian leadership has a shred of human decency left and will at least leave the population in peace from this terror for a few days over Christmas," he said. Today, the Kremlin rejected this proposal: Peskov said that Moscow wants peace, not a truce that would "give Ukraine a respite and prepare for the continuation of the war." "We want to stop this war, achieve our goals, secure our interests, and guarantee peace in Europe for the future," he added. Russia's "peaceful intentions" are very telling.
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Yesterday, Chancellor Merz proposed that Russia declare a ceasefire during the Christmas holidays. "Perhaps the Russian leadership has a shred of human decency left and will at least leave the population in peace from this terror for a few days over Christmas," he said. Today, the Kremlin rejected this proposal: Peskov said that Moscow wants peace, not a truce that would "give Ukraine a respite and prepare for the continuation of the war." "We want to stop this war, achieve our goals, secure our interests, and guarantee peace in Europe for the future," he added. Russia's "peaceful intentions" are very telling.

Anton Gerashchenko

105,936 views • 8 months ago