The potential for conflict arising from the complex interplay, the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (), and the Prosperity Party is a matter of significant concern. While the possibility of armed conflict exists, I believe that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is unlikely to initiate a war with these entities. This assessment is based on several crucial factors.
Firstly, the current military capabilities of the Ethiopian government are significantly weakened. Secondly, the nation is grappling with a severe economic downturn and widespread inflation, severely limiting resources for military engagement. Thirdly, a considerable erosion of public support for the government has been observed, which could significantly hamper any military endeavor. Fourthly, the lack of national unity and rising internal dissent undermines the government’s ability to mobilize effective support for a war effort.
Furthermore, the precarious relationship between the aforementioned parties adds to the complexity of the situation. The current tense dynamics involving Eritrea, the TPLF, and the Prosperity Party raise serious concerns about the potential for escalation. My assessment is that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed would find initiating a conflict against Eritrea and the TPLF highly counterproductive and strategically unwise. This conclusion is reinforced by the following observations:
1. The Ethiopian National Defense Force’s effectiveness has been compromised.
2. The TPLF’s opposition has been reduced, but remains a significant threat.
3. Morale within the Ethiopian military is low.
4. Economic hardship and high inflation pose a substantial challenge.
5. The government has lost the support of former allies.
6. The government lacks widespread public support.
7. Public dissent and resistance are growing.
8. International support and diplomatic relations with neighboring countries are strained.
9. The Prosperity Party’s internal divisions, fueled by ethnic tensions and self-interest, threaten stability.
10. The erosion of national unity and patriotic sentiment within the population would hinder any war effort.
In conclusion, while the potential for conflict remains a valid concern, the confluence of these factors significantly reduces the likelihood of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed initiating a war with Eritrea and the TPLF. The costs and risks associated with such a conflict are far too significant to justify the undertaking.
Egypt just said the completion of the GERD dam is ‘unlawful’; Hah!!! ‘Unlawful’? How is that? Nobody is building the dam inside Egyptian territory and the flow of water reaching Sudan or Egypt from the river has not been reduced even by a single teaspoon. We all know what Egypt is rehearsing with. It will not send its own panhandled F16’s, Rafale or SU35’s trying to blow up the dam but it will use its longtime beasts of burdens in Piccola Roma to do just that. Those ‘Black Italians’ are fool proof ‘Hee Haws’ in service of their benefactors in Cairo that goes back to early 1970’s when they blew up an oil refinery plant that was being built. Mark my word for it. That is what Egypt is gonna do. Those guys in Al-Qahirah are well versed in the arts of using proxies to do their dirty work.