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Somalia’s Empty Rhetoric Couldn’t Stop the Deal Between Somaliland and Ethiopia

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Somalia’s Empty Rhetoric Couldn’t Stop the Deal Between Somaliland and Ethiopia

Prior to examining all facets of the Somaliland-Ethiopia deal from various viewpoints, it is important to clarify that Ethiopia possesses the sovereign right to recognize Somaliland. The factors that led Nauru to acknowledge Kosovo in 2008 could perhaps enable Ethiopia to recognize Somaliland. Continue reading “Somalia’s Empty Rhetoric Couldn’t Stop the Deal Between Somaliland and Ethiopia” →

Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Quells Neighbors’ Concerns Over Invasion

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Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Quells Neighbors’ Concerns Over Invasion

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said on Thursday he would not invade any nation, in comments aimed at quelling neighboring countries’ concerns that he might use force to secure access to a sea port. Continue reading “Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Quells Neighbors’ Concerns Over Invasion” →

Countries That Voted against the Resolution Banning the Burning of the Holy Quran

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Countries That Voted against the Resolution Banning the Burning of the Holy Quran

A deeply divided United Nations Human Rights Council has adopted a controversial resolution urging countries to address, prevent and prosecute acts and advocacy of religious hatred, after several copies of the Koran. burned in Sweden and other European countries. Continue reading “Countries That Voted against the Resolution Banning the Burning of the Holy Quran” →

Short-sighted US Policy on Somalia Emboldened Terrorism against Somaliland

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Short-sighted US Policy on Somalia Emboldened Terrorism against Somaliland

Somalia’s strategic importance in the Horn of Africa has sparked a fierce competition for influence in recent years among outside actors like the U.S., Turkey, China, and the Gulf states.

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