News: Following defense, #Ethiopia, #Azerbaijan deepen trade ties
Ethiopia and Azerbaijan have held high-level bilateral talks aimed at strengthening trade and investment cooperation, as the two countries also move toward formalizing defense ties through a proposed military cooperation agreement.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56833
Ethiopia and Azerbaijan have held high-level bilateral talks aimed at strengthening trade and investment cooperation, as the two countries also move toward formalizing defense ties through a proposed military cooperation agreement.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56833
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#Ethiopia: Senior #fuel sector officials among 13 charged in alleged multi-million-birr fuel diversion, #corruption scheme
Initial police investigations presented before the court described what authorities called a sophisticated corruption network that extended beyond fuel diversion to the deliberate undermining of Ethiopia’s digital financial and regulatory safeguards, including mandatory electronic payment systems.
Speaking before lawmakers in early April, Kassahun Gofe, Minister of Trade and Regional Integration, acknowledged that structural problems in the sector predated the current crisis.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56839
Initial police investigations presented before the court described what authorities called a sophisticated corruption network that extended beyond fuel diversion to the deliberate undermining of Ethiopia’s digital financial and regulatory safeguards, including mandatory electronic payment systems.
Speaking before lawmakers in early April, Kassahun Gofe, Minister of Trade and Regional Integration, acknowledged that structural problems in the sector predated the current crisis.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56839
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#UN,#UK condemn drone strikes on #Khartoum airport as flights remain suspended
The United Nations warned that air operations at Khartoum International Airport remain suspended following drone strikes on the facility and other parts of the capital, dealing a significant blow to humanitarian logistics.
Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, told reporters in New York that the airport is “vital to humanitarian access,” especially for the movement of personnel following the recent resettlement of the UN team in Khartoum.
The British Embassy in Sudan also expressed grave concern over the situation, stating on the X platform that attacks on civilian infrastructure and vital aid routes must stop.
“Every strike endangers innocent lives,” the Embassy said, calling on the warring parties to agree to a humanitarian truce and commit to a civilian-led future for the country.
https://sudantribune.com/article/313614
The United Nations warned that air operations at Khartoum International Airport remain suspended following drone strikes on the facility and other parts of the capital, dealing a significant blow to humanitarian logistics.
Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, told reporters in New York that the airport is “vital to humanitarian access,” especially for the movement of personnel following the recent resettlement of the UN team in Khartoum.
The British Embassy in Sudan also expressed grave concern over the situation, stating on the X platform that attacks on civilian infrastructure and vital aid routes must stop.
“Every strike endangers innocent lives,” the Embassy said, calling on the warring parties to agree to a humanitarian truce and commit to a civilian-led future for the country.
https://sudantribune.com/article/313614
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News: #US predicts “swift end” to #Iran war as #Tehran reviews U.S. peace proposal
U.S. President Donald Trump said he sees a “swift end” to the war with Iran as Tehran reviews a new U.S.-backed peace proposal aimed at formally ending hostilities and reopening the Strait of #Hormuz, according to Reuters.
The proposed framework, reportedly mediated through #Pakistan, would unfold in three phases: formally ending the war, resolving the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, and launching broader negotiations over sanctions relief and Iran’s nuclear program. However, several major sticking points remain unresolved, including Iran’s missile program, its stockpile of highly enriched uranium, and regional proxy groups allied with Tehran.
Despite diplomatic momentum, tensions escalated again on Thursday after U.S. and #Iranian forces exchanged fire around the Strait of Hormuz.
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U.S. President Donald Trump said he sees a “swift end” to the war with Iran as Tehran reviews a new U.S.-backed peace proposal aimed at formally ending hostilities and reopening the Strait of #Hormuz, according to Reuters.
The proposed framework, reportedly mediated through #Pakistan, would unfold in three phases: formally ending the war, resolving the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, and launching broader negotiations over sanctions relief and Iran’s nuclear program. However, several major sticking points remain unresolved, including Iran’s missile program, its stockpile of highly enriched uranium, and regional proxy groups allied with Tehran.
Despite diplomatic momentum, tensions escalated again on Thursday after U.S. and #Iranian forces exchanged fire around the Strait of Hormuz.
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#Somaliland, #Israeli business representatives hold investment talks in #Ethiopia’s capital
Addis Abeba – Business representatives and officials from Somaliland and Israel held discussions in Addis Abeba focused on trade and investment cooperation between the two sides, according to a statement released by Somaliland’s Ministry of Trade and Tourism.
The meeting brought together a Somaliland delegation led by Trade and Tourism Minister Abdirahman Hassan Noor and Israeli business and diplomatic representatives.
According to the statement, the talks focused on expanding commercial cooperation in sectors including agriculture, energy, technology, infrastructure, finance, and healthcare.
The Somaliland delegation included Central Bank Governor Abdinasir Ahmed Hirsi, National Insurance Agency Director General Abdisaalan Mohamed Mahmoud (Busi), and members of the business community...
https://www.horndiplomat.com/somaliland-israeli-businesses-hold-historic-talks-in-addis-ababa/
Addis Abeba – Business representatives and officials from Somaliland and Israel held discussions in Addis Abeba focused on trade and investment cooperation between the two sides, according to a statement released by Somaliland’s Ministry of Trade and Tourism.
The meeting brought together a Somaliland delegation led by Trade and Tourism Minister Abdirahman Hassan Noor and Israeli business and diplomatic representatives.
According to the statement, the talks focused on expanding commercial cooperation in sectors including agriculture, energy, technology, infrastructure, finance, and healthcare.
The Somaliland delegation included Central Bank Governor Abdinasir Ahmed Hirsi, National Insurance Agency Director General Abdisaalan Mohamed Mahmoud (Busi), and members of the business community...
https://www.horndiplomat.com/somaliland-israeli-businesses-hold-historic-talks-in-addis-ababa/
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#In_Pictures: #Tigray’s pre-war Council-elect President Debretsion chairs first cabinet meeting in Mekelle
Debretsion Gebremichael (PhD) on Friday officially began his duties by chairing the first cabinet meeting of the newly reconstituted Tigray administration at the small meeting hall inside Dejen, the Tigray Regional State President’s Office in #Mekelle, where the cabinet regularly convenes.
According to the administration, the meeting “focused on governance priorities, institutional rebuilding, and public service delivery” as Tigray continues post-war recovery efforts.
The development comes days after the controversial reinstatement of the Tigray Regiona State’s pre-war Council, in what many say has created a political standoff with the federally recognized Tigray Interim Administration.
Debretsion Gebremichael (PhD) on Friday officially began his duties by chairing the first cabinet meeting of the newly reconstituted Tigray administration at the small meeting hall inside Dejen, the Tigray Regional State President’s Office in #Mekelle, where the cabinet regularly convenes.
According to the administration, the meeting “focused on governance priorities, institutional rebuilding, and public service delivery” as Tigray continues post-war recovery efforts.
The development comes days after the controversial reinstatement of the Tigray Regiona State’s pre-war Council, in what many say has created a political standoff with the federally recognized Tigray Interim Administration.
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News: #Sudan reportedly reinforces troops, anti-aircraft defenses along #Ethiopia borders in #Blue_Nile, #al_Fashaga after accusations
Sudan’s military has reportedly increased troop deployments and anti-aircraft defenses along areas bordering Ethiopia, including Blue Nile State along the Benishangul-Gumuz Region of western Ethiopia, and the disputed al-Fashaga area, in Sudan’s Gedaref state bordering the Amhara regional state of Ethiopia.
As of the time of publication, Ethiopian officials had not publicly responded to the latest developments.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56843
Sudan’s military has reportedly increased troop deployments and anti-aircraft defenses along areas bordering Ethiopia, including Blue Nile State along the Benishangul-Gumuz Region of western Ethiopia, and the disputed al-Fashaga area, in Sudan’s Gedaref state bordering the Amhara regional state of Ethiopia.
As of the time of publication, Ethiopian officials had not publicly responded to the latest developments.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56843
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#Ethiopian woman's joy at rare quintuplets after 12 years trying for a baby
A woman has given birth to rare quintuplets in Ethiopia's Harari Regional state after 12 years of trying for a baby.
Bedriya Adem said she and her husband were "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five children at once".
The 35-year-old delivered four boys and a girl, all of whom are in "full health", at the Hiwot Fana Specialized Hospital, the hospital said.
"I cannot express my happiness in words," she told the BBC, recalling how she was "filled with depression and pain" until her prayers were answered.
Hospital medical director Dr Mohammed Nur Abdulahi said the mother and babies remained under medical care at the hospital. The babies weighed between 1.3 and 1.4kg (3lb).
He told the BBC that newborns who weigh more than a kilogram have a high chance of survival and healthy growth.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c893y34zlv0o
A woman has given birth to rare quintuplets in Ethiopia's Harari Regional state after 12 years of trying for a baby.
Bedriya Adem said she and her husband were "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five children at once".
The 35-year-old delivered four boys and a girl, all of whom are in "full health", at the Hiwot Fana Specialized Hospital, the hospital said.
"I cannot express my happiness in words," she told the BBC, recalling how she was "filled with depression and pain" until her prayers were answered.
Hospital medical director Dr Mohammed Nur Abdulahi said the mother and babies remained under medical care at the hospital. The babies weighed between 1.3 and 1.4kg (3lb).
He told the BBC that newborns who weigh more than a kilogram have a high chance of survival and healthy growth.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c893y34zlv0o
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News: #Tigray Interim President warns of ‘dangerous course of action’ after Debretsion-led cabinet holds first meeting
Tigray’s federally appointed Interim President, Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede has warned over escalating political tensions in the region, describing earlier cabinet meeting convened by Debretsion Gebremichael, as the beginning of a “dangerous and destructive phase” and accusing an unnamed group of attempting to seize administrative "power by force".
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56848
Tigray’s federally appointed Interim President, Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede has warned over escalating political tensions in the region, describing earlier cabinet meeting convened by Debretsion Gebremichael, as the beginning of a “dangerous and destructive phase” and accusing an unnamed group of attempting to seize administrative "power by force".
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56848
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News: Persistent shortages, days-long queues across cities in #Oromia cast doubt on gov’t claims of restored diesel supply
A public transport driver operating between #Awash and #Adama, told #Addis_Standard that he has been stranded in a diesel queue near #Adama for the past three days.
In #Batu (Zway), east Shewa zone of Oromia, another driver described a similar situation, saying diesel deliveries were quickly depleted.
“We heard two tankers of diesel arrived recently, but that supply was exhausted by tractors and Code-04 vehicles,” he told #Addis_Standard.
Similarly, a resident in #Yabello, in southern Oromia, also reported acute shortages, saying diesel is currently available at only one fuel station in the town.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56853
A public transport driver operating between #Awash and #Adama, told #Addis_Standard that he has been stranded in a diesel queue near #Adama for the past three days.
In #Batu (Zway), east Shewa zone of Oromia, another driver described a similar situation, saying diesel deliveries were quickly depleted.
“We heard two tankers of diesel arrived recently, but that supply was exhausted by tractors and Code-04 vehicles,” he told #Addis_Standard.
Similarly, a resident in #Yabello, in southern Oromia, also reported acute shortages, saying diesel is currently available at only one fuel station in the town.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56853
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#EXPLAINER —How #TPLF Reclaimed the #Tigray State Council?
In one of the most consequential political developments in post-war Tigray, the Tigray People’s Liberation Front has formally reconstituted the Tigray State Council and appointed #Debretsion_Gebremichael as regional president, escalating a deepening confrontation with Ethiopia’s federal government.
The move effectively sidelines the federally-recognized Tigray Interim Administration, led by Lt. Gen. #Tadesse_Werede, and creates a situation in which Tigray now has two competing centers of authority: one operating through the reinstated State Council under Debretsion, and another still formally recognized by #Addis_Abeba under Lieutenant General Tadesse Werede.
The latest developments come amid growing tensions over the stalled implementation of the Pretoria Agreement, unresolved issues such as constitutional territory, return of IDPs, delays in the disarmament and reintegration process, and worsening humanitarian
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56857
In one of the most consequential political developments in post-war Tigray, the Tigray People’s Liberation Front has formally reconstituted the Tigray State Council and appointed #Debretsion_Gebremichael as regional president, escalating a deepening confrontation with Ethiopia’s federal government.
The move effectively sidelines the federally-recognized Tigray Interim Administration, led by Lt. Gen. #Tadesse_Werede, and creates a situation in which Tigray now has two competing centers of authority: one operating through the reinstated State Council under Debretsion, and another still formally recognized by #Addis_Abeba under Lieutenant General Tadesse Werede.
The latest developments come amid growing tensions over the stalled implementation of the Pretoria Agreement, unresolved issues such as constitutional territory, return of IDPs, delays in the disarmament and reintegration process, and worsening humanitarian
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56857
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#Coming_UP: The Standard Signal | Ep.18: Too Early, Too Consequential: Washington’s Eritrea Reset Explained
#TsedaleLemma speaks with #CameronHudson, Former U.S. intelligence and State Department Official on Washington’s reported move to lift sanctions on Eritrea, Red Sea tensions, and Ethiopia’s sea access ambitions.
Watch the full conversation on Addis Standard.
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#TsedaleLemma speaks with #CameronHudson, Former U.S. intelligence and State Department Official on Washington’s reported move to lift sanctions on Eritrea, Red Sea tensions, and Ethiopia’s sea access ambitions.
Watch the full conversation on Addis Standard.
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Book honoring #Oromo political, intellectual figure #Lencho_Leta to be launched
Addis Abeba – A new biography chronicling the life and political journey of veteran Oromo politician and scholar Lencho Leta is set to be launched in Addis Abeba, according to organizers.
The book launch will take place on 10 May 2026 at Skylight Hotel, as part of a broader program marking what organizers describe as the “half-century journey of struggle” associated with Lencho Leta’s political and intellectual life.
The biography, authored by Ms #Zufan_Urgati, documents Lencho Leta’s life history, political thought, and contributions to Oromo political discourse and broader debates on identity, nationalism, and statehood in Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa.
The book, which has been prepared in Afaan Oromo and Amharic, will be officially unveiled during the launch event and made available to readers...
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Addis Abeba – A new biography chronicling the life and political journey of veteran Oromo politician and scholar Lencho Leta is set to be launched in Addis Abeba, according to organizers.
The book launch will take place on 10 May 2026 at Skylight Hotel, as part of a broader program marking what organizers describe as the “half-century journey of struggle” associated with Lencho Leta’s political and intellectual life.
The biography, authored by Ms #Zufan_Urgati, documents Lencho Leta’s life history, political thought, and contributions to Oromo political discourse and broader debates on identity, nationalism, and statehood in Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa.
The book, which has been prepared in Afaan Oromo and Amharic, will be officially unveiled during the launch event and made available to readers...
https://www.facebook.com/AddisstandardEng/posts/pfbid02rseSj3NJA66xnKxHvEcSyytbUG4Gn44hZnYXRdw3Hu6bVd4jLLram83XprEFJhFRl
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#Premiering_now: The Standard Signal | Ep.18: Too Early, Too Consequential: Washington’s Eritrea Reset Explained
In this episode of The Standard Signal, Cameron Hudson, Former U.S. intelligence and State Department Official, explains why he described the decision a “head scratcher,” and what it could mean for Ethiopia, Eritrea, Red Sea security, and accountability.
Click here to watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-z7QtSe9NM
#TsedaleLemma speaks with #CameronHudson, Former U.S. intelligence and State Department Official on Washington’s reported move to lift sanctions on Eritrea, Red Sea tensions, and Ethiopia’s sea access ambitions.
In this episode of The Standard Signal, Cameron Hudson, Former U.S. intelligence and State Department Official, explains why he described the decision a “head scratcher,” and what it could mean for Ethiopia, Eritrea, Red Sea security, and accountability.
Click here to watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-z7QtSe9NM
#TsedaleLemma speaks with #CameronHudson, Former U.S. intelligence and State Department Official on Washington’s reported move to lift sanctions on Eritrea, Red Sea tensions, and Ethiopia’s sea access ambitions.
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The Standard Signal Ep.18: Too Early, Too Consequential: Washington’s Eritrea Reset Explained
In this episode of The Standard Signal, host Tsedale Lemma speaks with Cameron Hudson, Former U.S. intelligence and State Department Official who spent decades closely following the Horn of Africa, to unpack what he called a “head scratcher” policy shift…
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