Egypt Archives - Ethio Negari

11 Sep

Somaliland Shuts Down Egyptian Cultural Library in Hargeisa

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Somaliland Shuts Down Egyptian Cultural Library in Hargeisa Amid Regional Tensions The self-declared Republic of Somaliland has announced the permanent closure of the Egyptian Cultural Library in its capital, Hargeisa. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Somaliland made the announcement via its official X (formerly Twitter) account, stating that the decision to close the library was made due to security concerns. Furthermore, the ministry ordered the library’s staff to leave Hargeisa within 72 hours. According to the ministry's statement, the closure is linked to broader geopolitical issues in the region. Somaliland’s Foreign Minister, Essa Kayd Mohamud, reportedly briefed diplomats from…

09 Sep

Ethiopia Warns Egypt Against Building Unfeasible Projects on the Nile River

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Ethiopia has officially responded to Egypt's recent accusations at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) regarding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). This development follows Ethiopia's completion of the fifth filling of the dam's reservoir and the initiation of additional turbines for power generation. A week ago, Ethiopia completed the fifth round of water filling at the GERD, marking a significant milestone in the dam's progress. Shortly after, Egypt lodged a complaint with the United Nations Security Council, alleging that Ethiopia’s actions were unilateral and posed a threat to regional stability. In a letter signed by Egypt’s Foreign Minister, Egypt…

05 Sep

Ethiopia Announces Military Readiness in Response to Regional Tensions

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The Ethiopian government has announced that its armed forces are fully prepared, with special emphasis on its military presence along the eastern border with Somalia. The Ethiopian Air Force has ramped up its operations to safeguard the country's eastern airspace amid rising tensions in the Horn of Africa. In response to recent developments in the region, the Ethiopian Air Force has taken active measures to protect the nation's eastern airspace, which borders Somalia. Colonel Dereje Bushre, commander of the Ethiopian Air Force, emphasized that the 3rd Air Division is on heightened alert, ready to fulfill its national duty and protect…

01 Sep

Egypt Accuses Ethiopia at UN Over GERD’s Fifth Filling

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Egypt Accuses Ethiopia at the UN Security Council Over GERD's Fifth Filling Egypt has once again raised concerns about the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) at the United Nations Security Council, objecting to Ethiopia's continued filling of the dam for the fifth consecutive year. In a formal complaint, Egypt expressed its opposition to Ethiopia's unilateral actions, arguing that the filling of the GERD violates the 2015 Declaration of Principles signed by Ethiopia, Egypt, and Sudan. According to the letter sent by Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the fifth filling of the dam disregards the interests of downstream nations, particularly Egypt…

30 Aug

Ethiopia-Somalia Tensions Rise Amid Historical Grievances

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Ethiopia Warns Somalia Amid Rising Diplomatic TensionsEthiopian Foreign Minister Taye Atske Selassie recently addressed the growing diplomatic tensions between Ethiopia and Somalia, emphasizing that Ethiopia will not forget Somalia’s historical invasions and reiterating Ethiopia's commitment to regional stability. In his statement, Minister Taye underscored that some elements within the Somalia government are attempting to undermine Ethiopia's position by spreading misinformation. He acknowledged Somalia's sovereignty and its right to establish diplomatic relations with any country. However, he stressed that these relationships must be forged in a manner that does not pose a threat to neighboring nations. "Somalia’s peace is of great…

29 Aug

Ethiopia’s Security Concerns Heightened by Somalia-Egyptian Military Ties

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Ethiopia Accuses Somalia of Collaborating with Foreign Forces to Destabilize the Region Ethiopian has accused Somalia of collaborating with foreign forces to destabilize the Horn of Africa, a move that has escalated tensions in an already volatile region. In a recent statement, Ethiopia's Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep concern over the ongoing situation in Somalia, labeling it as "serious" and fraught with potential dangers for regional stability. This statement came in the wake of reports that Egypt, for the first time in three decades, has sent military aid to Somalia. The development has raised alarms in Addis Ababa,…

28 Aug

Egypt Deploys Troops in Somalia

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Recent reports and images have emerged showing Egyptian soldiers, equipment, and military aircraft arriving in Somalia. This development comes amid rising regional tensions, particularly following Ethiopia’s agreement with the self-governing Somaliland regarding port communications, signed in Addis Ababa in January 2024. In January, Ethiopia signed a 20-kilometer seaport agreement with Somaliland in Addis Ababa, further complicating relations with Somalia. The Ethiopia-Somaliland port agreement led to a breakdown in diplomatic relations between Ethiopia and Somalia, prompting Somalia to seek new military alliances with Egypt and Turkey. The ongoing construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), Africa’s largest dam on the…

16 Aug

Ethiopia Warns of Potential Actions to Protect National Interests in Somalia

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Ethiopia has issued a strong warning regarding the protection of its national interests in Somalia, as stated by Ambassador Nebiyu Tedla, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, during a press briefing on current diplomatic matters. When asked by journalists about the implications of recent military agreements between Egypt and Somalia on Ethiopia, Ambassador Nebiyu addressed concerns about Ethiopia's role in the region. He also responded to questions about the upcoming end of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) in December. With Somalia's peace and security institutions still lacking the necessary capacity, Egypt has expressed interest in contributing…

21 Jul

US Senator Menendez Accused of Corruption to Pressure Ethiopia

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US Senator Bob Menendez, who has been active in US politics for the past 40 years and is currently the chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has been accused of corruption. The allegations suggest that Menendez accepted bribes from Egyptian authorities to pressure Ethiopia regarding the construction of the Great Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). Menendez, of Cuban descent, began his political career as the mayor of Union City, New Jersey, before joining the U.S. House of Representatives as a member of the Democratic Party and later ascended to the Senate, where he has served since 2006. In the spring…

08 Apr

Ethiopian Airlines Marks 78 Years of Trailblazing in African Skies

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Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa's largest airline group, has marked its 78th anniversary, highlighting a legacy of resilience and innovation since 1946. Group Chief Executive Officer Mr. Mesfin Tassew and Chief Commercial Officer Mr. Lemma Yadecha accompanied the crew on a flight to Cairo, marking the airline's inaugural international service. Their involvement extended beyond in-flight duties, as they also provided assistance to passengers during check-in and boarding processes, ensuring a seamless travel experience. Regarding the occasion Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew said, “This event symbolizes our unwavering commitment to our passengers and our belief that true leadership lies in…