Ethiopia open to dialogue over Somaliland deal
Ethiopia open to dialogue over Somaliland deal
Ethiopia open to dialogue over Somaliland deal – Tensions are high between Ethiopia and Somalia over a recent deal giving Ethiopia Red Sea access through the breakaway region of Somaliland. Somalia views this as a violation of its territorial integrity and an act of aggression, recalling its ambassador and rejecting mediation efforts. Ethiopia,…
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What nonesense!
Well done new Africa Channel for this great piece of news. Congratulations on the Ethio-Somaliland MoU deal
Somaliland is single clan dominance…disregarding the vast majority of the other clans pro Somalia unionist movements. Recently a region within somaliland fought to join Somalia and won. What does that say about somalilands claims?
Somaliland is a state that disengaged from Italian Somalia as Egypt and Syria dismantled the union between them and was the first part of Somalia liberated from colonialism in June 26, 1960 and recognized by many countries, but preferred unity with Italian Somalia, which took exploitation in July and after bitter fighting with the regime of Siad Barre Somaland dismantled its association with the south in 1991 and is still until now an independent, free and democratic state in which the peaceful transfer of power is safe from terrorist movements, piracy, Turkish foreign bases and others that It is teeming with the South and it is important for the nation
Somaliland is a state that disengaged from Italian Somalia as Egypt and Syria dismantled the union between them and was the first part of Somalia liberated from colonialism in June 26, 1960 and recognized by many countries, but preferred unity with Italian Somalia, which took exploitation in July and after bitter fighting with the regime of Siad Barre Somaland dismantled its association with the south in 1991 and is still until now an independent, free and democratic state in which the peaceful transfer of power is safe from terrorist movements, piracy, Turkish foreign bases and others that It is teeming with the South and it is important for the nation
For those of you who are complaining,,, what Somalia losses if Ethiopia get access to sea and make it's Navy base in Somaliland?, for yours genuine response
Oh great. I also want abi’s daughter. I will get her by piece or by force. But ….I’m also ready to talk.
……what the heck are y’all smoking. There is nothing to talk about. Stop infringing on Somalia’s territorial integrity. Ethiopians have been dreaming about this for over a hundred and fifty years. We won’t let you steal anymore somali territory.
As far as somaliland goes….it will cease to exist because you have indirectly united the Somali’s. Despite the hiccups, I for one will not allow ethiopia to own part of my land.
You should have thought about it before you gave your port to Eritrea. You couldn’t defeat Eritrea. What makes you think Somalis will give you their land. You think muse Bihi’s word means any. You are dreaming. Wake up and smell the coffee.
Somaliland and Somalia were two independent nations that united after independence but it's marriage couldn't work prompting somaliland to forcefully regain it's independence in 1991 and Somalia shall there for have no clue what somaliland/Ethiopia cooperation.❤ you from Kenya 🎉
Whose homeland is it not…borders created by invaders…that men of this time…whose only intention is to further division…when one benefits…does not all share in the reward…l gladly say ..lay down the mental slavery…we are all brothers and sisters…all should have each other's best interest as our interest…
So Jah say not one of my seed..shall beg bread…not one
Ethiopia's agreement with Somaliland is a surprise news for us Ethiopians. We really don't know what our leaders are thinking until now. What the people of Somalia should know is that the people of Ethiopia have not officially supported this agreement. It was not expected that the Ethiopian government officials alone would decide on such an agreement that could destabilize the East African region. What I want to say is that the people of both countries should not get into conflict too soon and open the door to our worst Western enemies who have been waiting for this opportunity. I do not think that the people of Ethiopia will support any armed conflict with Somalia because of this agreement. It is the other way around. However, because of this agreement, if Somalia intends to cooperate with Ethiopia's bitter enemies such as Egypt to endanger Ethiopia's national interests, believe me, Somalia's existence will be in serious danger and in the end Egypt will not care about any danger to Somalia. That's what the West did to Ukraine. Therefore, the Somali authorities should resolve the problem by holding frequent talks with neighboring Ethiopia before they make an unwise decision too soon. When Somalia was torn apart by civil conflict for thirty years, Egypt did not care and neither did the Arab League. Instead, it was Ethiopia that was doing a lot to bring peace to Somalia. Egypt would be more than happy to wage a proxy war at the expense of Somalia. Ethiopia is a country that has a lot of experience in armed struggle both internationally and domestically. In addition, it is a country that has strong allies such as Russia and the United Arab Emirates. This means it will lead to a western proxy war. This is more dangerous for Somalia, which recently gained stability than Ethiopia. And that is what the West has always wanted. I say that it should stop being a manifestation of the old stupidity of Africans to get into armed struggle too soon. I am your brother Daniel from Ethiopia
Crazy man
The Western world will do everything possible to prevent an African unity. Great step towards peace. Brothers should not ki*l brothers.
Dialogue is good. Somalia should stop the nonsense and engage in a constructive manner. War against who? So childish
😂😂😂❤🇸🇴♥️ethiopië will never get inch to somalia sea remember 1977⚔️💯🔥💪🏿
The World with peace, unity and love,, watching from berbera somaliland republic,,
Why are Somalians angry with Ethiopia? Why don't they discuss the matter with Somaliland and manage it internally?!
"The successful warrior is the average man, with laser*like focus." *Bruce Lee
Viva Somaliland.
Remember Somaliland was recognised country before Somalia
Somaliland Viv and Ethiopia good job Viv 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Please, Ethiopia, recognize Somaliland!
Thank you to both presidents/brothers for showing you could discuss and find a way where both could flourish.
You are exaggerating Somalia's ability to enter war with Ethiopia of about 110 million population with plausible economic growth when compared with
other African countries. It is all hot air and in reality Somalia knows (1) that Somaliland will never be ruled again from Mogadisho and (2) that Ethiopia
is overwhelmingly stronger in military terms. In fact Ethiopian troops are stationed in Somalia territory to protect peace and security of the former failled recuperating State. In short President Hassan Sheikh is behaving like the proverbial "Don Quixdote" fighting the wind mills
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Ethiopia backing-off from the so-called "deal" with secessionist rebel group in Hargeisa, so called "Somaliland" would be first step but I am not sure if that would be the case. Redwan Hussein statement was followed by meeting of Executive committee of Abiys party, in which Abiy repeated again and again they would implement the "deal" by any means. With Somali clans who live in the area concerned and Federal Republic of Somalia and Somalis across clan lines, vehemently opposing any territorial concession to Ethiopia, Abiy's only viable option is to deploy massive military force to the area. This is still a very dangerous situation which requires UN Security Council's serious attention for prevention of conflict that will for sure, when ignited, engulf the entire horn of Africa and beyond for many years to come.
Here is some background and facts on the issue at hand. To start with, here is nothing called "Somaliland" as we speak. This entity which came out after the Somalia civil war in the 1990s, ceased to exist and this problematic and illegal agreement is a final attempt to resurrect the secessionist project led by Habar Awal tribe in Northern Somalia, a tribe which is closely related to Oromo population in Ethiopia. What was called "Somaliland" just 3 years ago, is now divided into 4 areas on Somali clan lines. One part, a third of the territory, is now, since June 2023, a new Federal Member State, populated by the Darod clan which is same those in Puntland region of Somalia and Somali Region in today's Ethiopia. Therefore, there will never be an entity called "Somaliland" as claimed by the secessionists, for Ethiopia, or any other country, for that matter to recognize.
In fact, Abiy Ahmed has exploited the secessionist group's Oromo connection and is attempting to deflect from his internal problems including the civil wars raging in the Amhara and Oromia regions at present. Moreover, one must note that, his delegations to Hargeisa courting this "deal", were not Ethiopian State officials but Oromo traditional leaders who showered Muse Bihi with praise and reminded him his ancestral connection to the Oromo people of Ethiopia. For those who don't know, all along in the past few years, the issue of "naval base and port for Ethiopia" was being presented as an access to the Sea by an Ethiopia lead by Oromo ethnic group or an independent Oromia – anticipating the disintegration of Ethiopia along ethnic lines. in such a case, The Djibouti port will ensure access for Afar and Amhara ethnic groups and supposedly this new naval-base-con-port (not in Berbera by the way) will serve the Ormo population and a future Oromia Republic with Addis-ababa its capital, a successor to the present Ethiopia.
The so called "deal" is not only crazy but problematic and impractical on many fronts:
a) it involves recognizing a territory only-partially controlled by a secessionist rebel group as an independent country, something that will have repercussions for Ethiopia itself and beyond.
b) The so called "Somaliland" itself does not exist anymore as it is divided along Somali clan lines, meaning a bloodshed among Somali clans, all the way extending to Ethiopia itself. If Abiy deploys his vast but weak military, which is possible, it will be an all-out war and that war itself will most likely negatively impact Ethiopia's fractured state and hasten its disintegration and end what is called "Somaliland" for good.
c) the Federal Republic of Somalia, which includes the Northern regions with its full representation in parliament and government in Mogadishu will not allow any encroachment of its territorial integrity and will be forced to deploy troops and militias in the northern regions supported by the clans opposing the secession, who control almost two third of the norther territories. Somalia will also play the nationalist card and re-start the Ogaden war inside Ethiopia, support the Amhara and Tigray rebellion and also drain Ethiopia's economy. One has to remember that, the Somalis without state and army, defeated Ethiopia in 2006 when Meles Zenawi invaded Somalia.
d) if successful and I believe it has probably 5% chance to succeed, the "deal" will set a precedent in all over Africa, Mali's Tuareg areas, Darfur in Sudan, Casamance in Senegal, Western Sahara in Morocco, Amhara in Ethiopia, Tigray in Ethiopia, Cameron anglophones and so on. its is opening Pandora's box without end. So all in all, its mad project by Abiy Ahmed, which disregards all international and AU norms for peace and stability.
Prevention is better than cure and effort of civilized nations and Africa should be invested to stop Aby's madness on its tracks and without hesitation. The alternative is unprecedented blood shed in the horn of Africa and beyond for many years to come.
I feel Ethiopia was robbed a port when Eritrea seceded from their empire. I guess they'll have to settle for cross-border freight railway to a port.
If Ethiopia partners with Somalia rather then somaliland it will be better.
THE REPUBLIC OF SOMALILAND.
"As we look ahead into the next century, leaders will be those who empower others." *Bill Gates
What war ? Ethiopian who protect the government from terrorists group. Egypt and Eritrea behind all these conspiracy. Ethiopian ask for economic integration not war.
Somaland is part of Somalia then Eritrea is also part of Ethiopia.
Thousands of Ethiopian troops in Somalia, protecting the government for decade now. Ethiopia 🇪🇹 not getting much in the return. I say return the troops home and see how long they can last on their own.
there is no dealogue with Ethiopia over our territory, if that is their will, peacefull horn of Africa, they have to stop those stupid ideas they come up with, and give Apology to Somalia . we are not the enemy to Ethiopia unless they us one, we are fully aware of what they doing to their country Ethnic cleasing for Tegray people and now Amhara is going on as a next Agenda this Bloody Abiy Ahmed has to face a charge of genocide of 1 million Tegray people and Amhara genocide is going on, Ethiopia needs a peace with their Ethnic people and Neighbors like Somalia Eritrea Sudan and kenya, we know Abiy Ahmed and president of kenya william Ruto there is a tension between, Abiy Ahmed is a fire stone of horn of Africa.
This is the right way to deal with issue dialogue and finding common ground instead war! The only people we destroy with war is ourselves! So I applaud the diplomatic approach!
How about people of Somaliland who have been
living for more than 30 years ? can't they determine their feuture,can't they say NO
to genocide and mal_ adminstration by Mogadishu regime ?
Wake up East Africa. Forget about war and think development
Somaliland and Ethiopia they are winner mAou between two country
Somaliland isn't breakaway Somaliland had bee independent in 26 June 1960 unratified union with Somalia in 1 July then Somaliland had returned it's independence in 26 June 1960
We will not allow 1 inch of my sea ports for Ethiopia bring it what ever power you have to Somalia if you think your elephant and you can bully somalia we will see why you keep changing your words
TOO SILLY, SOMALIAN GOVERNMENT SHOULD FOCUS ON BRINGING PUBLIC GOODS LIKE EDUCATION, SECURITY AND HEALTH SERVICES TO ITS ENTIRE POPULATION RATHER THAN TRYING TO STOP A DEAL MADE BETWEEN TWO SOVEREIGN STATES. WAS IT A FAIL STATE FOR THREE DECADES???? IT SEEMS LAUGHABLE BUT JUST MY TWO CENTS OPINION.
Am pretty sure some white bullies and after taught is behind that push back, As we all know that they don't want to see Africa rises, They say it publicly all the time without hiding, Why? Simple because they know that we're fully control and subdued by them, Plain and simple
Ethiopia get a huge fight in building that Game changer Dam which can only be a win win For Africa, And for them to be getting a fight just for trying to have access to the ocean for the movement of good sand services, What so difficult in Giving your own brother that kind of access, That just goes to show you the level of self Hate that we possesses, The white bullies wouldn't have that kind of pushback, It would handed to them without they even of to ask, Facts
All out war with who Somalia 😂😂😂😂
Somalia need foreign military 🪖 😫
To keep peace inside muqdisho the capital of Somalia let alone going war with ethiopia 🇪🇹
Even ethiopia 🇪🇹 has military 🪖 inside Somalia with other African Countries to keep peace in Somalia 🇸🇴
Somalia 🇸🇴 can't effort a shit let alone Going war
African Leaders need to get off of white bullies and after taught destructive path which was design by them to divided and having us constantly at each other throat, Africa was borderless and belong to all Black people, Why should allow ourselves to be box into all these so call Borders when those so call border only exist because white bullies and after taught say so, Those so call Borders do a lot of damage to us as a people and no good at all, only the white bullies and after taught are the beneficiaries, Africa was a continent without Borders until the white bullies came and chop it up to suit their agenda, But because of our self hate and low self Esteem we chose to honor them and keep those border alive, This is a outright shame on us to be honoring those white bullies and after taught while disregarding and disrespecting each other, Until we dismantle all those Borders, Africa and African will never see peace
What Somali army? It will take Addis 4 days to reach Mogadishu! Ethiopia has been there before and is able and willing to get there again!
Already Ethiopia has access to Somaliland in port of berbara.and has share on it what's more Ethiopia is looking is naval base so that it control and manipulate neighbouring.
Negotiate about violation of all laws this could means.leting some one territory.
Somaliland is Not Somalia !
SSOMALILAND ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤