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Ethiopia's Naval Base Deal with Somaliland Sparks Tensions in the Horn of Africa
Tensions are escalating in the Horn of Africa as Ethiopia pursues a deal to secure twelve miles of sea access along the Somaliland coast for the next 50 years. The agreement includes plans for Ethiopia to construct a naval base at the port of Berbera in exchange for recognizing Somaliland as an independent country in the future. The potential deal has triggered opposition from Somalia, which views the growing ties and military cooperation between Ethiopia and Somaliland as an assault on its territorial integrity and has labeled it "an act of aggression." Somaliland seceded from Somalia in 1991 but lacks international recognition as an independent state.
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Asia, a continent of unparalleled diversity and dynamism, is also grappling with a silent menace – industrial pollution. As economies surge and industries thrive, the environmental toll of rapid industrialization becomes increasingly evident. From soaring air pollution levels ...
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As the sun-kissed shores beckon, and the rhythmic waves invite, our connection with the sea carries a profound responsibility. However, as millions flock to coastal destinations, a shadow is cast upon the pristine beauty of the oceans. Sea pollution due to visitors on the shor...
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