What next for Ethiopia and its neighbours: Somalia and Eritrea

From a historical standpoint, the current conflict in Ethiopia fits within an established political pattern. There have been power struggles between the centre and the border regions since the modern Ethiopian state was established in the late 19th century. (more…)

Piracy Renewal Remarks

Allow me, first of all, to express to you, Mr. President, the satisfaction of the delegation of Somalia at seeing your country preside over the Security Council this month. South Africa is a friend (more…)

East Africa: How Ethiopia’s Conflict Threatens the Horn of Africa

As Ethiopia struggles with an ever-increasing rate of coronavirus infections, the country is now facing another potentially devastating internal conflict. The potential implications of this conflict spread far beyond the borders of Ethiopia and present a threat to the very stability of the Horn of Africa region. (more…)

CIA officer killed in combat in Somalia

A CIA officer was killed in Somalia last weekend after being wounded in an operation in the country and later died, according to a former senior administration official. (more…)