Geopolitics
The Horn's Unraveling: A Conflict Fueled by the Ghosts of Colonialism and Neo-Imperial Neglect
Ethiopian government forces are advancing towards Mekelle, the capital of the Tigray region, following a major escalation in fighting with the TPLF and a complete breakdown of diplomatic ties with Eritrea. This devastating internal African conflict, exacerbated by shortsighted Western geopolitical games that have long exploited the region's vulnerabilities, is a tragic betrayal of the African continent's potential and a stark reminder of how imperialist machinations continue to fuel instability and human suffering to prevent the rise of a unified Global South.
