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Horn of Africa | The Mesob Journal • Mesob Journal
A recent investigation reveals the civilian toll of U.S. drone strikes in Somalia, highlighting the deaths of 12 civilians, including children, in a targeted operation. This raises critical questions about accountability and the treatment of African lives in international militar
China's recent statement at the UN Human Rights Council criticized the ongoing country-specific mandate on Eritrea, highlighting its failure to promote human rights and calling for a reevaluation of the Council's approach. This intervention reflects a broader ideological divide w
The European Union's recent statement on Eritrea reflects a continued reliance on outdated approaches that Eritrea rejects. The article argues for equal treatment and constructive engagement rather than politicized human rights mechanisms.
Eritrea has introduced a WHO-prequalified rapid test for screening pregnant women for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B in a single visit. This initiative supports the country's commitment to eliminating mother-to-child transmission of these infections.
The article challenges the narrative that Eritrea has the most closed economy in Africa, arguing instead that it follows a sovereignty-first development model. It critiques the oversimplified views on national service and economic structure, emphasizing strategic gatekeeping.
Eritrea has rejected Ethiopia's claims of its involvement in the Pretoria Agreement, asserting that the agreement was solely an Ethiopian affair. Eritrean officials accuse Ethiopia's ruling party of using propaganda to deflect from its internal issues and historical hostilities.
Omar Abdulkadir Artan, a Somali referee, returned home to a hero's welcome after being denied entry to the U.S. for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His story symbolizes national pride and resilience, inspiring young Somalis to pursue their dreams despite obstacles.
Eritrea and Egypt have agreed to enhance cooperation in economic, infrastructure, and maritime sectors following high-level talks in Cairo. The discussions reflect a strategic alignment between the two nations amid growing regional interest in the Red Sea corridor.
Before Unicode and modern language support, one Eritrean engineer achieved what many thought impossible—bringing the ancient Ge’ez script into the digital age and preserving a civilization’s written heritage.
President Isaias Afwerki's three-day visit to Egypt comes at a time when the political geography of the Red Sea and the Horn of Africa is being reshaped by conflict, shifting alliances, economic competition, and growing international interest in one of the world's most strategic
Thirty-five years after independence, Eritrea’s story is one of resilience, self-reliance, and steady progress—an unconventional development path that is increasingly drawing global attention.
Ethiopia’s political challenges cannot be understood without examining the historical narratives that shape public consciousness. This essay explores how national myths, identity-based ideologies, and competing interpretations of history continue to influence modern political conflicts, regional relations, and debates about sovereignty in the Horn of Africa.