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Suleiman A. Hussien

Suleiman A. Hussien is a prominent Eritrean politician and analyst based in London, UK. Specializing in the Horn of Africa and Middle Eastern affairs, he offers in-depth analysis on regional dynamics, political developments, and strategic insights. As a regular contributor to Setit Media, Suleiman shares his expert perspectives every Wednesday, providing valuable commentary on issues shaping the region.
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Playing with Fire on the Red Sea: Addis Ababa’s Assab Miscalculation

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The Ethiopian Prime Minister has now spoken openly about invading and occupying the Eritrean port city of Assab. This is not mere bluster. It signals intent against a sovereign neighbour and a direct challenge to the core norms of...
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No Peace Without Justice: Eritrea’s Rightful Claim to Accountability

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As Ethiopia renews its controversial campaign for sovereign access to the Red Sea, Eritreans and observers of the Horn of Africa are once again compelled to revisit enduring injustices that continue to shape the region. Closer examination reveals that...
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Who Is Provoking Whom? Ethiopia’s Claims Against Eritrea Contradict Its Own Record

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In a recent letter to the UN Secretary-General and several member states, the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs accused Eritrea of “continued provocations” and alleged attempts to invade its territory. These claims are unsubstantiated and sharply contradicted by Ethiopia’s...
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Why Ethiopia’s Seaport Ambitions Threaten Regional Stability and International Law

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In recent months, Ethiopia’s leadership has escalated its rhetoric regarding access to a seaport—framing the issue not merely as a matter of trade or development, but as a strategic entitlement. In a widely viewed televised interview, Prime Minister Abiy...
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Ethiopia’s Confused Strategy and the Horn’s New Reality

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In a recent and surprising development, Ethiopia’s Chief of Staff appeared before Parliament not to brief lawmakers on national security, as is customary, but to deliver a lengthy address on diplomacy and regional affairs—topics traditionally handled by the civilian...
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Neither Assab Nor Djibouti Are Crimea

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In a powerful and unambiguous interview with Jeune Afrique, Djibouti’s President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh delivered his strongest message yet to Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, bluntly rejecting any notion of seaport acquisition by force or coercion. Referring to the...
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The Dangerous Myth of a “Lost Seaport”: Ethiopia’s Revisionist Rhetoric and Its Consequences for the Horn of Africa

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In a series of recent interviews aired by Ethiopian State Television, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed once again lamented what he calls Ethiopia’s “loss” of a seaport. As an Eritrean, I find it necessary to respond to this narrative—not because...
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The Horn of Africa: Regional Security and Geopolitical Dynamics Part III

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Introduction This article builds on my previous analyses of Ethiopia’s renewed push for a seaport. In Part I, I examined the historical and geopolitical context, highlighting Ethiopia’s expansionist ambitions. In Part II, I explored the domestic factors driving this quest. In...
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The Horn of Africa: Regional Security and Geopolitical Dynamics – Part II

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Introduction I never intended to write a sequel to my previous article. However, the inflammatory rhetoric circulating in Ethiopian media—especially from government-affiliated outlets—has compelled me to speak out. When high-ranking officials beat the war drums as a daily habit, the...
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The Horn of Africa: Regional Security and Geopolitical Dynamics

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The Horn of Africa is widely recognized as one of the most conflict-prone regions in the world, characterized by persistent disputes both within and between states. The root causes of these conflicts are multifaceted and complex, generally stemming from...
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