Oromo are more inclined to capture Somali territories and eventually access the Somali seas. They have actually been successful in dispossessing lands from Somalis. Many Somali districts were transferred to the Oromo region under dubious circumstances, first under the TPLF and now Oromo Prosperity Party. Of course, all this was facilitated by the so-called Somali leaders beginning with Diridhabe which was declared as a shared city. The same thing is happening in Jigjiga now. It too could one day be a shared city considering the influx of Oromo and Amhara. Since Abiy came to power, Somalis were either violently pushed out or Oromo moved in slowly and laid a claim, A case in point, Moyale which was entirely Somali town. It is now evenly divided, and that's only because the local Somali clans put up stiff resistance. There's a talk of dividing the Somali regional state into three separate states/administrations. Only one region will be purely Somali with Godey as its capital, and the other two states will be predominantly Somali. The Somali State Government is useless. The success of the plan will depend on how Somali clans and their elders react. Amharas and Tigrians are inclined to invade Eritrea, especially Asseb which is primarily an Afar town if given the opportunity and the might. The problem for Abiy, Shimelis (Oromo regional president), and other Oromo leaders is they will eventually find themselves at war with every region in Ethiopia and now their neighbors. Their ambition is not limited to the Somali region. They have been at war with every neighboring region including Afar and Amhara who saved them from the return of the TPLF. Everyone is now realizing what a huge mistake it was to help Abiy and his minions. Abiy will either destroy Ethiopia for good or establish an Oromo empire, nothing in between.

Ethiopian soldiers chanting, the sea is ours, the ship is ours. Anyone who thinks Ethiopia wants commercial access to the sea is deluding himself.

Finally, it took the UN General Secretary to speak the truth. The usual suspects are coming to the Israeli's aid. Starvation is beginning to set in some areas of Gaza.

Alleged leaked audio from former DPM Mahad Guled regarding SSC, Muse Biixi, and the way forward.

Biixi and Taani have really shown they don't care about the communities in the East. High/middle school kids and reer miyi are not going to win in a protracted clan war.

I could be wrong, but I think if the war was in the west (Awdal) and Hargeisa ended up losing, Biixi's community would be smart enough to move on and learn to live with reality. Somehow, JH can't grasp that. What concerns me is the division among the issims. I agree I don't think issimada are not corrupt, but they are giving up a lot of power by going with direct elections. And giving up power is not an easy thing to do.

I fear for Xaaji Xunjuf. He seemed most sincere in his belief in jamuuriyada barakeysan and her mighty army. Puntland, Would the opposition risk violence and lose political capital for a difference of weeks? Deni has locked himself into an exact date, let him hang himself by that date.

Muse's men in Awdal

I understand what you are saying, but clearly, one community feels the relationship does not benefit them anymore.

Ugaas Abdirisaaq Ugaas Rooble speaks! SSC paid a huge sacrifice to achieve its goals. How much is Awdal willing to pay or suffer?

Very reckless every way you look at it. The man backstabs everyone, that will come back to bite him.

LOL

What's going on here?

I have said many times this man with the Messiah complex and his Oromo elites will plunge Ethiopia into continuous conflict. Now he wants to plunge the entire region into constant war. The country that was supposed to be an anchor for the region (according to the West) is the most reckless now. What historical claims are they referring to? His sidekick Shimelis (Oromo region president) has said not too long again they (Oromo) want to celebrate Irreechhaa on the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean.

Video: Over the course of the last few days, major state run and party owned media outlets in #Ethiopia have upped the discussion on the need for Ethiopia’s direct access to sea outlet. One of these broadcasts was aired on 16 October on the state owned EBC English program discussing how “the lack of direct coastal access to sea outlet stands out as a notable hindrance” for Ethiopia’s sustainable economic growth and its ambitions to become “a middle income country”, as well as develop its military, “specifically its navy force and exert influence in the region.” The host explains efforts being undertaken under the leadership of the incumbent to “rectify historical injustices and reclaim lost rights.” The short program runs to a wrap with the host highlighting “the quest for an alternative sea outlet for Ethiopia becomes an unquestionable necessity, and not an option.” AS.

THE REPUBLIC OF SOMALILAND PROTESTS SOMALIA'S RECOGNITION OF CLAN MILITIA'S AUTHORITY OVER LAS-ANOD Hargeisa, Republic of Somaliland – October 19, 2023 - The Government of the Republic of Somaliland strongly objects to Somalia's formal recognition of the Clan militia's authority over Las-Anod, Somaliland. The Government of Somaliland firmly asserts that neither Somalia nor the Clan militia have jurisdiction or claim over Las-Anod. Somalia's acceptance of the militia's declaration is a deliberate attack on Somaliland's statehood and territorial integrity within its 26 June 1960 borders. It is alarming and perilously threatens the stability of the Horn of Africa. Somaliland has maintained independence for over 32 years, establishing peace, security, and democratic governance within its boundaries. Additionally, it has significantly contributed to promoting peace and stability in the region. However, Somalia's recent action of hosting and recognizing anti-Somaliland militia leaders in Mogadishu grossly threatens regional peace and security, confirming Somalia's participation in fueling the fighting and instability in Las Anod from the start. The Government of Somaliland calls on Somalia to completely withdraw its support for the Clan militia. We also urge the international community to condemn this recognition, as it poses a threat to the overall stability of the region. We further call upon all parties involved to respect the internationally recognized boundaries of the Republic of Somaliland and engage in meaningful dialogue to achieve peace and security. The Government of the Republic of Somaliland remains committed to the pursuit of peace, stability, and prosperity for the people of Somaliland. We will continue our efforts towards the recognition of our sovereignty and the establishment of mutually beneficial relations with the international community.