News: OLF “gravely concerned” over safety of Ethiopian nationals in Somalia as tension over Ethiopia-Somaliland MoU escalatesOromo Liberation Army (OLF) appealed to Somali politicians, scholars, religious leaders, elders, activists etc. in Somalia to protect civilians (Picture:OLF/Facebook)Addis Abeba – Opposition group, the Oromo Liberation Army (OLF) has expressed “grave concern” over escalating tension between Ethiopia and Somalia following the signing of an MoU between the Ethiopian government and Somaliland. “It’s crucial to recognize that refugees fleeing Ethiopia, whether Oromos or others, bear no ill intentions toward Somalia. “In this critical time of heightened political tensions, we implore you to protect Oromo and other Ethiopian refugees residing in Somalia”. The signing of the MoU which grants Ethiopia access to the sea in return for international recognition for Somaliland has caused outrage across Somalia.

Source: Ethiopian News January 08, 2024 13:09 UTC