The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has released a statement addressing the current developments in the Horn of Africa, particularly in light of the recent military aid delivered by Egypt to Somalia. This move has heightened tensions in the region, with significant implications for Ethiopia.
The impending establishment of a new peacekeeping mission by the African Union (ATMIS) in Somalia, along with Egypt’s recent military aid to Somalia, has raised concerns for Ethiopia regarding its potential impact on the stability of the Horn of Africa.
At a time when the African Union and the United Nations are preparing for this new transition, the region is facing challenges that threaten its stability. Despite repeated calls and concerns from Ethiopia and other countries that have deployed troops under the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), these concerns have not been adequately addressed. Ethiopia is particularly concerned about the implications of Egypt’s military involvement in Somalia, especially given the historical tensions between Ethiopia and Egypt over the construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Nile River.
Ethiopia views Egypt’s recent actions, including the signing of a security pact with Somalia and the delivery of military aid, as a deliberate attempt to destabilize the region. The Mogadishu government, which has aligned itself with Egypt, has threatened to expel Ethiopian troops who are part of the peacekeeping mission unless the Somaliland deal is canceled. This move by Somalia, coupled with Egypt’s support, could lead to further instability in the region.
Ethiopia remains vigilant and closely monitors any developments that could threaten the region’s national security. It is important to note that Ethiopia will not remain silent while other actors take steps to undermine the stability of the Horn of Africa.
Ethiopia is committed to promoting peace and stability in Somalia and the surrounding region, continuing its efforts to foster cooperation and mutual understanding among the peoples of the region. Ethiopia will also actively participate in any upcoming dialogue platforms aimed at resolving its current differences with the Somali government. Positive outcomes from these discussions have already been observed. However, the Somali government appears to be collaborating with foreign powers, including Egypt, that aim to destabilize the region rather than focusing on strengthening peace efforts.
The responsibility for organizing and authorizing the new peacekeeping mission in Somalia lies with the relevant bodies, and they should give due consideration to the legitimate concerns of countries that have previously contributed troops to the region. Those who seek to destabilize the region for short-term gains and self-serving agendas will ultimately bear the consequences of their actions. Ethiopia will not tolerate actions that endanger its hard-won successes against both local and international extremist groups.
Ethiopia maintains a firm stance in favor of peaceful resolutions and, in cooperation with the Somali people and the international community, remains committed to safeguarding the region’s peace and stability.
Background on Egypt-Somalia Relations
On August 28, 2024, Reuters reported that Egypt delivered its first military aid to Somalia in over four decades, following the signing of a security pact between the two nations earlier this month. This development has strained relations between Somalia and Ethiopia, particularly after Ethiopia’s recent agreement with the breakaway region of Somaliland, which Somalia views as a violation of its sovereignty.
Egypt’s involvement in Somalia, including the potential deployment of troops along the Ethiopian border, has raised concerns about a possible proxy conflict in the region. Turkey has attempted to mediate the situation, hosting two rounds of indirect talks between Somalia and Ethiopia, with a third round expected soon.
The Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ statement highlights the broader implications of these developments and reaffirms Ethiopia’s commitment to regional stability and security.
August 28, 2024
Office of the Spokesperson
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
No need to worry or talk about the doomsday consequences of this or that reasons. That is because the mighty armies of Villa Mogadishu, Egypt, Piccolo Roma armed to the teeth and assisted by the armies of the Pasha in Ankara have reached the outskirts of Addis/Finfinne. Abiy is reported to have fled the country is now living in abandoned building in Minnesota, Toronto, Tennessee, Michigan, Down Under and Oslo surrounded by adoring bigots and connivers. Did I tell you Abiy’s mother was a Filipina and his father was a Maori? Jula has fled to Rwanda to join his Tutsi family. The president is of Creole descent on her mother’s side and a Chickasaw on her father’s side. She is now in New Orleans having good time in the French Quarter. The defense minister Aisha bint Mohammed fled to her country of Oman and she is now in Muscat where she was put in charge of the military by her first cousin, the king of Oman. Don’t you dare call me an Alga Itu Oromo anymore because I’m a Somali Abo from now on. So your Ethiopia is done, dead and gone. I don’t need any mouth from you talking about Ethiopia this or Ethiopia that anymore. Af-Mishaar has just boarded a plane in LA on his way to the new Abid-omalia(N-i-g-g-e-r-s joint) formerly known as Ethiopia to take inventory of the new territory won by the mighty army of Villa Mogadishu. Arsi The Masticator is busy jumping jack ass every time his benefactor el-Sisi sneezes.
Let’s also assume that Egypt will somehow creates its own pretext(one being its soldiers being attacked in Somalia) and decides to send its soldiers into Ethiopia on punitive military expedition. Let’s assume that and picture it’s fat cat lard ass soldiers going boing boing in the highlands of Western Hararghe. Boy, I can see how that my Itu dardaraa rifleman sitting there right now salivating for their arrival. What a big blob of an easy target!!! You are not done yet. Now imagine that halawa bulged belly soldier from Al-Qahirah rumbling around in the highlands of Amhara, Sidama, Gambela and escarpments of Tigray. You are salivating right now even though you live thousands of miles away just thinking about it, right? I am. I did not even start pressing you to look at the reception they will get from our patriot Somali and Afar brothers and sisters. I can see that Issa and Asoba young man there spitting fire jumping and daring!!! I can see them right now screaming with ‘Let’s go! Give me your best shot you son of a thousand fathers!’. Ooo wee!!! I recall a true story from the 1967 Middle East war where only about 300 Israeli commandos forcing the surrender of the whole division of Gamal Abdel Nasser’s fat ass soldiers in the Sinai theater. That was 300 capturing more than 10,000 armed to the teeth soldiers. There were women in the triumphant 300.
Just picture that and have at it!!! I’m just saying, bigots and connivers in Minnesota, LA, Toronto, Oslo and Down Under notwithstanding.
Meanwhile, I urge those who armed this madman in Al-Qahirah to the teeth telling him to calm down. They should reign in their orphan there not to even think about it. All what those black folks are doing is to take themselves out of darkness without harming their fellow neighbors near and afar.