Ethiopia calls for Int’l community to adhere to principles of fairness, impartiality

Addis Ababa, September 05, 2022 (FBC) – The Ethiopian Ambassador to the Republic of South Sudan, Nebil Mahdi Abdullahi, called on the international community to be fair, impartial and objective in its approach to the conflict in the northern part of the country.

Ambassador Nebil told the South Sudanese newspaper – The City Review, that those with influence must condemn the terrorist TPLF’s atricities and show the realities on the ground.

“Equating the government with this outlawed terrorist group and apportioning blame is completely wrong. The TPLF reignited the conflict in a premeditated manner; stole fuel destined for humanitarian aid, and is rejecting peace efforts under the auspices of the African Union. Insulting and denigrating the African Union must be condemned”, the Ambassador articulated.

“Even during these increased hostilities, we have to talk about the prospects for peace. You all know our position on this matter. Our commitment to peace is not rhetorical,” he continued.

While he praised the efforts of countries and humanitarian actors who attempted to assist the Ethiopian government in preventing another round of violent conflict in Ethiopia, the diplomat stated that “this does not give us the whole picture.”

Nebil claimed that the TPLF had received military equipment as the worst example of the opposition to the government. He asserted that this is a flagrant violation of Ethiopia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

“We are disappointed to see and endure the open conspiracy of some actors, on the other hand, profess partnership with our country. We implemented a re-engagement strategy to reset our relations with several countries. We have registered encouraging progress,’’ he added.

“Some entities and sub-national elements have persisted with a very negative view of this country. Very few have gone the extra mile of supporting the TPLF. Some have promised to support them in open meetings. Others have given them their support in subtle ways.  Still, others have used their media platforms and personal accounts to give their support”, Amb. Nebil asserted.

Ambassador Nebil recalled that the terrorist TPLF escalated its belligerence only to impede the flow of aid to northern Ethiopia by attacking the Ethiopian National Defence Force on August 24, 2022, and invaded the neighboring Amhara and Afar regions.