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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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The United Arab Emirates (UAE), positioned at the nexus of the Middle East, has undergone a remarkable transformation, owing much to the influence of the West. Over the past decades, this influence has permeated various facets of Emirati society, shaping its economic landscape...
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In the throes of political fervor and amid calls for postponement, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) stands resolute, affirming its commitment to the democratic process. The rejection of a Senate resolution seeking a delay in the upcoming February 8 polls echoes the co...
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