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HORN OF AFRICA

IOG's neighbours encircle and isolate him

The Ethiopian PM is rallying Eritrea and above all Somalia to exert pressure on Djibouti. [...] (285 words)

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Faduma Abdullahi Mohamud, a diplomat recalled

Telesom extends its connections in Djibouti

Why Mogadishu has barred entry to Menkerios Free

UFZ secure a free zone licence

Clashes loom between Issaq/Hawiye and Darod

The crucial role of the Afars in peace in the Horn

Creeping paranoia in Djiboutian diplomatic circles

Dawaleh opposes IOG over Ethiopian demonstrations

A naval battle for the port of Doraleh

IOG keeps a low profile in relation to Abiy Ahmed Ali

President IOG on track for fourth mandate

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