Last month, Ethiopia and IMF agreed on the second review of a $3.4 billion financing programme.

The workshop aimed to create platforms for cooperation and coordination among religious leaders, teachers, and media practitioners, who play key roles in preventing and countering violent extremism (PCVE).

This renewed diplomatic push comes as Egypt seeks international mediation to secure a favourable agreement on the dam's operation.

Speaking at an event in Turkey’s eastern province of Erzurum, Erdogan highlighted the lengthy negotiations that led to the breakthrough.

Somalia expressed a willingness to facilitate Ethiopia's maritime needs, provided Somali sovereignty remains intact.

Erdogan described the agreement as a "historic" milestone, expressing hope that it would mark "the first step toward a new beginning based on peace and cooperation between Somalia and Ethiopia." 

In two posts on X, the Turkish Presidency said Erdogan held bilateral meetings with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in Ankara.

Last year 185 content moderators sued Meta and two contractors, saying they had lost their jobs with Sama, a Kenya-based firm contracted to moderate Facebook content, for trying to organise a union.

The militant group Harakat al-Shabaab, as it refers to itself, arose out of Ethiopia’s Somali regional state 18 years ago.

Sagni during a press briefing on December 6, revealed that the agreement would take effect within two days.

The administration’s statement contends that Debretsion’s faction has transitioned from merely “obstructing government work” to engaging in outright “coup activities.”

Amnesty documented the detention of people from in four camps which have been described as “clusters” that systematically confine people from specific areas.

Ethiopia plans to reach a deal with bilateral creditors by year-end, the Fund said, followed by a deal with its Eurobond investors.

Both sides announced a staff-level agreement on the review late last month, which was then submitted to the board for consideration.

The reshuffle comes at a critical time, as Ethiopia continues to navigate complex diplomatic relationships within the Horn of Africa and globally.

Ethiopia's telecoms industry, serving a population of about 120 million, was considered a big prize in the government's efforts to open up the economy.

The proposal was written by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs and shared with the Ethiopia Humanitarian Country Team.

In his address, Taye outlined the government’s commitment to upholding “constitutional order” and ensuring the “safety and security” of Ethiopia’s citizens.

Zewde formally handed over the country’s constitution to Taye and departed without addressing lawmakers.

Among those removed are Beyene Mekru, Professor Kindeya Gebrehiwot, Dr. Hagos Godefay, and Almaz Gebretsadq.

A substantial reason for the lack of progress in building sustainable peace is that the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement has holes in it.

Somalia Minister gave no evidence for the accusation but added that Ethiopia was trying to divert attention from violations of Somalia's sovereignty.

The peace meeting ended the hostility that began on August 29 after four people were killed by suspected gunmen.

Workneh Gebeyehu, the IGAD Executive Secretary, extended his congratulations to Abiy on his new role, expressing optimism about the future of the region's tourism sector under his leadership.

Relations nosedived in January when Ethiopia agreed to lease 20 kilometres of coastline from the breakaway Somaliland region.

Workneh visited Mogadishu for high-level consultations with the Somali government,

The Ethiopian Minister of Foreign Affairs stated that Djibouti did not propose to hand over or sell the Tajura Port to Ethiopia.

The general also addressed recent changes in leadership within the interim administration, including controversial demotions and promotions. 

PM Abiy Ahmed is prioritising grand projects designed to attract foreign direct investment to Ethiopia.

He warned, "those who are afar and nearby" should understand that "we usually embarrass and repel those who dare try to invade us."