Ethiopia's Unauthorized Deal with Somali Region Sparks Diplomatic Strain and UNSC Controversy - sourcesMOGADISHU, Somalia - In a recent and controversial move, Ethiopia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a breakaway northern region of Somalia, prompting the Somali government to urgently request a meeting with the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on January 2nd, Garowe Online has learned. Somalia's plea for an urgent UNSC meeting underscores the seriousness of the situation and its potential implications for regional stability. The international community is closely watching the developments, especially given the strategic significance of the Horn of Africa region. This refusal had already raised suspicions about potential French alignment with Ethiopian interests, especially in light of the 2019 naval deal between Ethiopia and France. The Somali government, along with its supporters, argue that the actions of Ethiopia, potentially backed by French interests, undermine these fundamental principles.

Source: Ethiopian News January 18, 2024 13:49 UTC