analysisTensions between Ethiopia and Egypt go back decades and reveal a web of Cold War intrigue, clandestine diplomacy and internal meddling. The current deployment reflects long-standing tensions between Ethiopia and Egypt, rooted in unresolved issues from the mid-20th century. By the 1990s, the collapse of the Soviet Union ended Mengistu's rule, but Egypt's Nile policies continued under Hosni Mubarak. In March 2015, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Sudan signed a Declaration of Principles (DoP) to address disputes over Ethiopia's Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). The stakes extend beyond Ethiopia and Egypt, affecting the entire region that relies on the Nile for its survival.

Source: Ethiopian News October 07, 2024 04:43 UTC