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Effect of Somaliland MoU with Ethiopia on Egypt-Somalia Ties

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Effect of Somaliland MoU with Ethiopia on Egypt-Somalia Ties

Article explores the escalating tensions in the Horn of Africa, with a focus on the geopolitical ramifications of recent military cooperation between Egypt and Somalia, set against the broader conflict involving Ethiopia. The Somaliland-Ethiopia agreement, which Somaliland has not fully honored and is disputed by Somalia, is identified as the immediate catalyst for these tensions. This study delves into how this situation has Continue reading “Effect of Somaliland MoU with Ethiopia on Egypt-Somalia Ties” →

Egypt’s Defense Agreement with Somalia: A War Pact against Ethiopia

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Egypt’s Defense Agreement with Somalia: A War Pact against Ethiopia

In mid-August, Egypt signed a defense cooperation agreement with Somalia, Ethiopia’s neighbor to the southeast. Both Egypt and Somalia have longstanding grievances against Ethiopia—Somalia over a Continue reading “Egypt’s Defense Agreement with Somalia: A War Pact against Ethiopia” →

An Accurate Depiction of Somalia Emerged from Kenya President’s Remarks During His State Visit to US

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An Accurate Depiction of Somalia Emerged from Kenya President’s Remarks During His State Visit to US

Kenyan President William Ruto warned of the dire repercussions should the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) remove its troops during his recent visit to the United States. He underlined that Al-Shabaab will probably seize control of Somalia in the event of an ATMIS pullout. Continue reading “An Accurate Depiction of Somalia Emerged from Kenya President’s Remarks During His State Visit to US” →

Is Mogadishu Shopping For Protection Post-ATMIS Troops?

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Is Mogadishu Shopping For Protection Post-ATMIS Troops?

It has been less than three months since the signing of the MoU between Ethiopia and Somaliland, but the controversial deal has already contributed substantially to increased tensions in the region, and set off a diplomatic spat between Addis Ababa and Mogadishu. Continue reading “Is Mogadishu Shopping For Protection Post-ATMIS Troops?” →

New Foreign Force Will Take Over Somalia’s Security When ATMIS Leaves

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New Foreign Force Will Take Over Somalia’s Security When ATMIS Leaves

Together with its foreign partners, Somalia is preparing the way for the arrival of fresh multinational troops when the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) is set to leave in December 2024. Continue reading “New Foreign Force Will Take Over Somalia’s Security When ATMIS Leaves” →