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Hoggaamiyeyaasha Carabta oo Ansixiyay Qorshe $53 Bilyan ah oo Dib Loogu Dhisayo Gaza

  Hoggaamiyeyaasha Carabta, oo ay ku jirto Imaaraatka Carabta, ayaa si wadajir ah u ansixiyay qorshe balaadhan oo lagu maalgelinayo dib u dhiska Gaza, taas oo wadarta guud ee dhaqaalaha la qoondeeyay ay gaareyso $53 bilyan . Qorshahan ayaa loogu talagalay in lagu soo nooleeyo kaabeyaasha dhaqaalaha, dib loogu dhiso guryihii burburay, iyo in la xoojiyo adeegyada aasaasiga ah ee bulshada Gaza. Tallaabadan muhiimka ah ayaa yimid kadib shir madaxeed ay hoggaamiyeyaasha Carabta ku yeesheen, iyaga oo muujiyay sida ay uga go’an tahay taageerada shacabka reer Falastiin ee ay saameysay colaadda daba dheeraatay. Qorshahan ayaa sidoo kale diiradda saaraya sidii kor loogu qaadi lahaa fursadaha shaqo, horumarinta waxbarashada, iyo hagaajinta nidaamka caafimaadka ee gobolka Gaza. Maalgelintan ballaaran ayaa la filayaa inay wax weyn ka beddesho xaaladda nololeed ee Gaza, taas oo ay horay uga digeen hay’adaha gargaarka bani’aadamnimada in xaaladdeedu ay tahay mid aad u daran. Xulufada Carabta ayaa...

Nobel Laureate in Conflict: Somali Diaspora Petitions to Strip Abiy Ahmed of the Peace Prize

Nobel Laureate in Conflict: Somali Diaspora Petitions to Strip Abiy Ahmed of the Peace Prize
Concerns over his recent actions and their effects on the Horn of Africa are causing the tide of opinion against Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed to turn. This week, the Somali Diaspora Movement's petition calling for the removal of Ahmed's Nobel Peace Prize gained traction, garnering over 12,000 signatures and amplifying calls for accountability.

At the heart of the movement's argument lies a stark contrast between the promise Ahmed embodied upon receiving the award in 2019 and the reality that has unfolded since. Initially lauded for his peacemaking efforts in ending the long-standing conflict with Eritrea, Ahmed's subsequent actions have painted a starkly different picture.

From peacemaker to warmonger?

The petition accuses Ahmed of "egregiously infringing upon the independence, territorial integrity, and sovereignty of the Federal Government of Somalia," citing Ethiopia's role in the Tigray conflict, documented human rights violations, and a controversial port deal with Somaliland. These actions, the petition argues, have "transformed an honor bestowed upon Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed into a symbol associated with conflict rather than peace."

This sentiment finds echoes in the international community. The Norwegian Nobel Committee's rare public rebuke of Ahmed in 2022 highlights the growing concerns surrounding his leadership. Ahmed's role in the Tigray conflict and the perceived failure to uphold his "specific obligation to contribute toward resolving the conflict and building peace" have cast a dark shadow over his Nobel laureate status.

Regional Realignments and Rising Tensions

The port deal with Somaliland further complicates the regional landscape. The agreement, which Somalia perceives as a violation of its sovereignty and which gives Ethiopia access to a strategically important Red Sea coastline, raises worries about increased instability in the already unstable Horn of Africa.

These developments reflect a significant realignment of regional alliances and a reevaluation of Ethiopia's role on the international stage. Ahmed's leadership, once celebrated for fostering peace and reconciliation, now stands accused of fueling conflict and jeopardizing regional stability.

Internal strife adds to the complexity.

Adding to the volatile mix are Ethiopia's internal struggles. Ethnic tensions and political turmoil continue to pose significant challenges to peace and governance within the country's borders. These internal fractures further complicate the picture and raise questions about Ethiopia's ability to contribute to regional stability under Ahmed's leadership.

A Call for Accountability

The Somali Diaspora Movement's petition is a powerful statement highlighting the concerns surrounding Abiy Ahmed's leadership and its impact on the Horn of Africa. Whether or not the Nobel Peace Prize is revoked, the movement's actions serve as a critical reminder of the need for accountability and a course correction towards peace and regional stability.

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