Terrorism, hunger and devastating floods have roiled the Horn of Africa nation. Now, it faces an even bigger challenge: the prospect of war with a neighbor, Ethiopia.
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Somaliland Deal to Grant Ethiopia Red Sea Access Draws Condemnation
A landmark pact between Ethiopia and the breakaway region of Somaliland has drawn condemnation from Somalia. Other neighbors also worry about allowing potential naval access to the Red Sea.
U.S. Resumes Food Aid for Refugees in Ethiopia
But food supplies will remain suspended for tens of millions of Ethiopians until the government takes steps to root out corruption.
Fresh Fighting in Ethiopia Raises Fears of New War
Less than a year after the war in the country’s northern Tigray region ended, Ethiopia’s military is battling an ethnic militia in the neighboring Amhara region in a part of Africa already ravaged by conflict.
U.S. Suspends Food Aid for Ethiopia, Citing Widespread Theft
American officials say they uncovered a countrywide scheme by government officials to divert food aid, in a country where 20 million people rely on donated relief.
Blinken Calls for ‘Accountability’ on War Crimes in Ethiopia
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken walked a careful line during a visit to Ethiopia as the Biden administration reassesses relations with the prime minister, Abiy Ahmed.
Eritrea Faces Growing Scrutiny for Role in Ethiopia’s War in Tigray
Eritrean troops have been accused of war crimes in the northern Tigray region just weeks before a peace agreement was signed last year.
Eritrea Faces Growing Scrutiny for Role in Ethiopia’s War in Tigray
Eritrean troops have been accused of war crimes in the northern Tigray region just weeks before a peace agreement was signed last year.
Biden Courts African Leaders, but Some Are Skeptical of Big Promises
President Biden faced a challenge in winning the confidence of a continent where the circumstances of its leaders vary so dramatically.
Biden Hosts African Leaders for Talks on Security, Trade and Outer Space
Nearly 50 African heads of state are attending the first U.S.-Africa summit since 2014. It opened with sessions on civil conflict, democracy and space exploration.