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Thursday, December 28, 2006
Let's hear it for Ethiopia
You might remember last summer, when Somalia's Union of Islamic Courts took over the capital Mogadishu, and then much of Somalia. It just looked like one more theatre in which the terrorists had the momentum, and the forces of freedom and decency were reeling.
Luckily for all of us, Ethiopia got the memo. In less than a week, they've sent in forces to clear the UIC out of most of Somalia (it still controls Kismayo at this hour) and troops from the non-terrorist Somali government entered Mogadishu today (CTV). That's one less terrorist haven.
Thank you, Ethiopia.
Posted by D.J. McGuire on December 28, 2006 in International Affairs | Permalink
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As I understand it, the developing situation in Somalia presents two interesting questions: (1) to what extent will Eritrea intervene with Ethiopia in its proxy war with Somalia, possibly threatening operations in Djibouti, and (2) to what extent will the enemy's efforts in Iraq be de-focused by these developments on this front?
Posted by: Vitruvius | 2006-12-28 10:36:23 PM
I've seen the reports of Eritrean help for the UIC, which would be sad if true.
That second Q is the more interesting one. Al Q has always thought it coul outlast the US-led coalition arrayed against it by trying to damage US (and allied) morale. All of a sudden, their buddies got bounced by an African nation almost completely off the radar.
This could be a big problem for al Q. They don't want people asking, "Hey if you can't beat Ethiopia . . ."
Posted by: D.J. McGuire | 2006-12-28 10:49:26 PM
I think the "2000 fully equiped Eritrean troops along the side of the UIC' was not credible at all. Where did they go then? It was probably meant to justifay Ethiopian incursion in to Somalia. It was like the Uranium from Niger staff before the invasion of Iraq. The Eritrean government is aggressively secular government and consistantly denied the charge.
Posted by: Daniel | 2006-12-28 11:07:20 PM
While I understand your sentiment in saying Ethiopia is off the radar, I would say if you look at Ethiopia's history you would say this was expected. Ethiopia has never been an aggressor, but when outside forces have dared threaten it, Ethiopia has always risen to the occassion - no matter the internal domestic problems facing it. Its an interesting history. But I agree with what you say, just wanted to point it out.
Posted by: Ethio-American | 2006-12-28 11:10:29 PM
Yes of course the jihadists can be defeated, and Ethiopia has shown what is possible when not allowing the PC crowd to call the shots.
Posted by: Alain | 2006-12-28 11:43:14 PM
It think the Ethiopian leader is a natural vampire who keep on living by shedding innocent's blood. Though UIC members might be potentially dangerous there is nothing which suggested that they are dangerous to Ethiopia. However, to divert the attention from it internal problem and to collect some dollars from the west Meles created all this mess.
I am wishing this will begin the demise of woyane's, the minority Tigres rule in Ethiopia
Posted by: Solomon | 2006-12-28 11:53:09 PM
Ethio:
I assume Ethio refers to Ethopian.
In that case, you have shown much more wisdom than Solomon.
Posted by: Set you free | 2006-12-29 1:04:35 AM
The current move of Ethiopia, as has been said repeatdly, may be regarded as a proxy war. Ethiopia is trying to solve the problem that Americans has failed to ressolve some time ago. But, apart from this, there is no doubt that UIC would have posed a threat, though it was not immenent. So the way I see it, the war is more of the proxy one - Ethiopia could have waited until the threat become immnent.
Posted by: H/Meskel | 2006-12-29 1:09:25 AM
I hope the west can learn a big lesson from Ethiopia. Being decisive to any extremism .
How can one play by the rule when your Enemy is not playing by the rule?
This war is not only fought with fire arms but Historical and cultural approaches very much helped .
Alem
Posted by: Alem | 2006-12-29 1:25:26 AM
From Ethiopia’s vantage point, who are the UIC?
The top leaders are the same people that lead Al Ithad Al Islamia. AIAI is a Jihadist group that was responsible for countless bombings and murders through out Ethiopia. Their crimes in Ethiopia include the assassination attempt on Egyptian president Mubarak and the bombing of Wabi Shebele hotel. They are also linked to the bombings of the American Embassy in Nairobi and Dari-Selam. UIC has declared war on Ethiopia and has made its intentions known that it intends to take over the Ogaden region in Ethiopia. Now what would any responsible government do with such a group gaining ground in its own backyard? I would say the Jihadist got beat at their own game!
Posted by: Ethiopian | 2006-12-29 1:29:03 AM
It makes me feel better to see that some people around the world take terrorism seriously enough to go to war. Had Ethiopia waited any longer, Al Q would have established itself in East Africa. Ethiopians got the advantage mostly because they chose to remove the threat early. The only way out is to defeat them(the terrorists.) They don't understand peace talk.
Posted by: tonner | 2006-12-29 1:33:08 AM
Did Ethiopia receive UN permission to invade Somalia? If so, then its leaders must be put on trial for crimes against humanity. Or maybe not!
Posted by: Zebulon Pike | 2006-12-29 1:54:25 AM
Well, all point taken; Ethiopian are natural wariores as well as are full of wisdoms. They did beat Italian colonizers the same way. I wish them to have peace in their own country too. They have no match when it comes to outside enemy but lacks to care for each other. I guess the islamist forgot to understand history.
take care all
god have mercy
Posted by: biniman | 2006-12-29 2:01:57 AM
Ethiopians was always loosers. To justify their lost proud, they are going to Somalia. The leaders pay young people to stay in power and the blood sucker Meles only did what every Ethiopian would do. Pay youngstars to stay in power. Ethiopia is the only one country which is divided in the horn and unless they get united the horn will never sleep. Somalia was only a means to an end like Eritrea it was. Who will be next, maybe Sudan. Ethiopia need lessons how to live with out war!
Posted by: Botonga | 2006-12-29 2:20:43 AM
Wow:
What a swift and precise operation!! Well, I think the world has to learn something from this war against Extremists. That is what can be said to the minimum.
Georg.
Posted by: georg | 2006-12-29 3:10:54 AM
Ethiopia has survived through out History because of wisdom and always stands for just cause.
Their was a decree in Ethiopia during the emperor’s time “ RELIGION IS PERSONAL COUNTRY IS SHARED “ not to mention that Islam owes Ethiopia to its existence.
Mels or any regime sooner or later will go but extremists has to be rooted out for the feature of Ethiopia and Somalis . Not only Ethiopia is mad but India (Mumbai) Bombing , Spain , London,
Moscow, US, S.Arabia are few countries who have had their fair share of terrorist attack.
Why Ethiopia has to wait UN approval when UIC gets all they want from other extremists with out anybody’s approval ?
This is not a cold war where government fights government this is a fight government with out laws.
Posted by: Alem | 2006-12-29 3:12:12 AM
Melese is killing his own citzen and now with the good will of Americans he started to kill Somalian. UIC could be a threat to the world only if the confused US administration ignored them to deal in peaceful way just the way they did in Afagnistan in the 80's. Somailis are not relgious fanatics and I don't even equal them with some fanatics who want to change our way of life. However in December 2006 we saw again the misuse of the US tax payers money to open another world problem in the horn of Africa.
Melese killed 20, 000 Oromos the larget ethnics of Ethiopia for opposing his dictatorship, he killed more than 200 civilian in Finfinne (the capital Addis Abeba) after the dispute on May 2005 election. He massacred people in Gambela (South west Ethiopia) and in the city of Awassa which were well recorded in Human right organistations.
The relationship the US administration with Melese has can only show how American has never concerned for humanity. This will only produce more hate for the US in the horn. Yes Melese is lucky with west money he can kill more of his citzen and Somailian and I belive that is what American want. But they should know it also both could also pay for what they are doing on innocennt people of Ethiopia and Somailia. make sure also the US contribution for the unstable horn of Africa.
Posted by: Oromo | 2006-12-29 3:16:54 AM
I was a long time critic of Meles Zenawi. Now, I have to admit, he is one of the smartest leaders ethiopia ever had. I think the spirit of emperor Yohannes was hanging over him this last few days.
A lot of things are being done during his time.
Posted by: Zeberga | 2006-12-29 5:57:42 AM
Bravo! Ethiopian military, what a wonderful accomplishment. The world is one terrorist group less, then again, the global war against radical Islam has to go on, because it is not going to end in one generation. Ethiopians through out history has fought against foreign enemies and become victories. I want to mention some of our victores in the last 2000 years. victory against present day yemen 1500 years ago, victory against the meroe civilization of Sudan 1600 years ago, victory against the Ottoman turks(2 times) in 16th century, victory against the Egyptians(2 times) 19th century, victory against Italians( 4 times, at Seati, at Dogali, at Adowa and finally the 5 year great patriotic war 1936-1941) Deafet of the Mahadists by Menelik the great of Ethiopia, THE 1978 and the 2006 victory against Somalians. I am praying for the day to come for we Ethiopians to make peace among our selves.
Posted by: Hailu | 2006-12-29 7:06:32 AM
Hello everyone,
I am Ethiopia, the one that defeated all the extreme ppl of Somalia. Now that I have defeated one extreme group in Somalia, it might be good for society to defeat the extreme element of the Canadian society, which is the small minded conservatives that you people all are. Now I am after you. Open your mind, there is a different perspective that your stupidity, learn and be free.
Posted by: Ethiopia | 2006-12-29 7:26:56 AM
Alem brings up a very intersting and valid fact. 'Islam owes it's existance to Ethiopia' in that the Prophet Mohammad sent his followers to Ethiopia to seek refuge during the crusader wars and Ethiopia's King at the time sheltered these folks from harm. Now, these so-called Islamists (who supposedly live by the book) wanting to inflict harm to a land where their ancestors sought refuge to survive?
Ethiopia's God will never abandon her - that's proven through Turks, Italians, Egyptians, etc... and now, Islamist.
Posted by: Selassie | 2006-12-29 7:49:25 AM
I think the military intervention by Ethiopia was necessary because the UIC warned to wage war and eliminate the interim government. Had they been successful, it would've been difficult to estabilish a system goverment that was inclusive and tolerant. Besides, they would have prabably behaded most of the people for not praying five times a week!
I believe that the surprise element of the strikes, the UIC's cockiness and underestimation of the ethiopian's determination to defend the TFG were the main ingridients to the quick fall of the UIC.
Now, if the Somalian's take the initiative and estabilish law and order, stablise Mogadishu and form inclusive gov't, surely, the world is indebt to Ethiopia; otherwise, it may back-fire. I read some comments - pro and against - the intervention. Some are objective - good; some emmotional - not so cool, because they seem to encite ethnic references.
I believe it's possible to disagree with goverment policy without alienating a significant amount of people with his ethinic/language background, which can bring more support to one side of the argument.
Posted by: wise abesha | 2006-12-29 8:39:33 AM
Maybe this could be an example for Pakistan. Why not take over the area more or lessed controlled by the Talibans? In solving Afghanistan war, Pakistan is step one.
A better way to stabilize Irak goes through Iran and Syria. It looks like 1935 or later when democracies were trying to preserve peace. They only achieved a much greater disaster.
Maybe an invasion of Iran could be achieved much easier than we think. Without the support of Iran, Syria would be a small task to achieve.
I believe we need to go on the offensive. Forget UN.
Posted by: Rémi Houle | 2006-12-29 8:53:45 AM
Hello everyone,
I am Ethiopia, the one that defeated all the extreme ppl of Somalia. Now that I have defeated one extreme group in Somalia, it might be good for society to defeat the extreme element of the Canadian society, which is the small minded conservatives that you people all are. Now I am after you. Open your mind, there is a different perspective that your stupidity, learn and be free.
Posted by: Ethiopia | 29-Dec-06 7:26:56 AM
Brave one aren't you? Come up to me and say that to my face, foreigner.
I would quickly show you a "perspective" it seems you are sorely lacking.
Posted by: deepblue | 2006-12-29 8:56:44 AM
Listen to the so called ethiopian prime min's press interview:
"we will stay in somalia whatever it takes until the job is done"
AND
you might have hear Bush's- meles's god father speech some time back:
"we will stay in Iraq whatever it takes until the job is done "
So by default meles's next speech will be
-------
It sad to hear this cartoon speech on behave of ethiopian people
Posted by: leba | 2006-12-29 9:08:34 AM
leba:
Did you just arrive on this planet?
Posted by: Set you free | 2006-12-29 9:43:42 AM
There are three very important observations the world needs to take from the current conflict:
1) to be victorious, it is very important to have justice on your side. Ethiopia in the Italian war, in the Eritrean war and again and again in the Somalian wars had justice on its side. She was the victim of agression.
2) to be victorious, wise leadership that does not jump to war with out mission, careful planning and exit strategy is key. Ethiopia has got it big time.
3) to be victorious as Ethiopia has been always, a constitutional army with high discipline is key. Ethiopia has been building a constitutional army for the past 10 or so years. I am sure in the coming few years of the new Eth millenium, we will have one.
I am proud that Ethiopia has concluded the old millenium as always--VICTORIOUS!!
Posted by: Selassie II | 2006-12-29 9:49:06 AM
I am proud to be Ethiopian and witness this wonderful achievment in my lifetime.
God Bless Ethiopia and Its people.
Posted by: Mark | 2006-12-29 9:52:13 AM
"That's one less terrorist haven"
Excuse me DJ,not to rain on your parade but.....
Seizing Kandahar sure has not ended terrorism or won the war in Afgan.
Seizing Baghdad sure as f*ck hasn't ended terrorism or won the war in Iraq.
Recent history with these radical muslims would seem to demonstrate that seizing Mogadishu is NOT the end...maybe it's just the beginning...
Posted by: Canadian Observer | 2006-12-29 10:00:19 AM
Those who fail to learn from the mistakes of the past are doomed to repeat them. A bloody repetition of the mistakes of the War in Iraq is now occuring in the Horn of Africa, and still another front in this unholy war without end has opened. So have the gates of hell, wider. Only this time the historical precedents are more poignant and painful. It was back in the 16th century when Christian Ethiopian armies backed by colonial Portuguese forces battled Muslim armies under the leadership of Ahmed ibn Ibrahim, the "left-handed" imam, who was killed by a Portuguese bullet in 1543. This proxy war lasted for some 30 years, devastated much of Abyssinia and left Muslim territories with years of famine. Today about one-half of the diverse Ethiopian population is Muslim All that remains of the once formidable Portuguese presence is a small bridge over the Blue Nile. Might does not make right; not then, not now.
Posted by: Peacemaker | 2006-12-29 10:15:32 AM
Self-defence from any form of aggression, for Ethiopian sovereignty and the well being of its people is legitimate. This would apply to all parts of Ethiopia, defined by historical facts, and its people. If the allegations of subjects of the Eritrean government were allied with the UIC extremists and the historical enemies of Ethiopia, we know who to blame in the first place. Who collaborated to their existence? Who cut off the northern and eastern part of the nation and its people? Who made the country land locked, depriving the interests of 80 million people? National sovereignty and patriotic feelings would have been more meaningful if it
continued as our ancestors handled it. The unity of the people regardless of ethnicity, religion, gender, age, profession, educational level or skills, political or philosophical outlook, economic status is vital for the national interest. For heaven sake, stop the suffering,
the torture, the killings, the imprisonment, the intrigue, the false acusations of the true sons and daughters of Ethiopia. Free the free thinkers, the press, the democratic oppositions,
the defendants of the nation and human rights!
Last, but not least, to those who declared "jihad" on Ethiopia: Historically, Ethiopia gave refuge for the Prophet Mohammed, his family, his followers and the religion, Islam, with respect and protection. In return, The Prophet Mohammed might have said not to declare war against Ethiopia. How do the present extremists of the UIC and their international supporters justify the recent jihad declaration against Ethiopia? (If I am wrong, I stand ready to be corrected by those who actually read The Quran and follow the teachings of the Prophet Mohammed). As a non muslim, I cann't think of my muslim friends, brothers and sisters, who I grew up playing with, declaring war against me and our
motherland. Ethiopia is for all of us to stay, no matter what we believe in. It is sad people
had to kill each other, for any reason, when they
could reason out and negotiate. PEACE!
Posted by: MGM Mariye | 2006-12-29 10:21:27 AM
The Ethiopian government and its chiefe sponsor the US state department painted a grim image of the Somalia home growen movment as a fundamentalist movment. The Ethiopian government wanted to deflect attention from the precrius situation it is in since it lost election last year. If the Somalis were Jihadis, then how come they just vanished? do Jihadists retreat when invaded? I think the Jihadi concept was a propoganda campaign from the Ethiopian side.
Posted by: John | 2006-12-29 10:23:58 AM
We Eritreans pray Meles Zenawi saves us before the end of his last term. We deserve it Mr. PM.
Posted by: Eritrean | 2006-12-29 10:27:02 AM
Those of us who are familiar with the history of Ethiopia, knew that not only was Ethiopia going to win but do the job in a few days. I see many people trying to parallel this operation with Baghda, etc. It is very different on many levels. Chief among them is the fact that Ethiopia is not in Somalia to establish a government but to defeat the terrorists which they have done already for the most part. Remember the Ethiopian army carried out similar operation in 1996/97 and destroyed all the terrorists within days. There are pictures and videos to prove this. But the world did not care to know it at the time because it was pre-9/11. Unless a strong central government is established in Somalia, Ethiopia should continue to do this on a regular basis to ensure its security and the security of others before these terrorists are rooted permanently.
I am however disgusted by those dergists and other opposition elements who are still trying to score cheap political goals at this time when the defence force is fighting to ensure that Ethiopia remains protected from this elements and are detroyed before they become even more powerful. Thanks.
Dereje
Posted by: Dereje Gizaw | 2006-12-29 11:08:06 AM
Those of us who are familiar the history of Ethiopia, knew that not only was Ethiopia going to win but do the job in a few days. I see many people trying to parallel this operation with baghda, etc. It is very different on many levels. Chief among them, is the fact that Ethiopia is not in Somalia to establish a government but to defeat the terrorists which they have done already for the most part. Remember the Ethiopian army carried out similar operation in 1996/97 and destroyed all the terrorists within days. There are pictures and videeos as proof. But the world did not know care to know it because it was pre-9/11.
I am however disgusted by those dergists and other opposition elements who sre stil trying to score cheap political goals at this time when the defence force is fighting to ensure that Ethiopia remains protected from this elements and are detroyed before they become even more powerful. Thanks.
Dereje
Posted by: Dereje Gizaw | 2006-12-29 11:09:29 AM
I have this historical observation please let me know if I am wrong .
From all nations Arabs think they own Islam and they also try to gain influence using Islam .
When ever you want to discuses serious issue they become so angry bring conspiracy theory
They also try to export their culture through Islam .
If you become a Catholic you don’t have to speak Italian nor dress like Italian .
However, I find Persians as a good Muslims open for dissections and don’t mind to live with others .
Unlike Sudanese Somalians took only the Religion and kept their culture .
Ethiopia is always defending its cultural Independence as well as her territorial integrity .
Aleme
Posted by: Alem | 2006-12-29 11:27:28 AM
It is an emotional time to every Ethiopian who loves his country. The prestige of Ethiopian hero/heroin is not to win in the Marathon but also in the Battle fields. Thank you Field Marsha Zenawi for your leadership stay the course. We need sea out let? Then truly you will be the Generalissimos too.
Araya
Posted by: Araya | 2006-12-29 11:33:16 AM
set you free,
r you asking if i have doubts that meles is US's
'buchila' or weather he is 'banda ye banda zer'
I can figure you are 'biltabilt zingero'and u feel u r the smartest boy ha? don't worry,unless ur perish before u see things time will tell who you are because you don't know yourself,neither u know what you are doing or talking .
mr. set you free,free your rotten mind.
Posted by: leba | 2006-12-29 11:56:41 AM
leba:
You sound troubled.
Posted by: Set you free | 2006-12-29 12:01:11 PM
ethiopia is fortunate not to have internal conflict about how to handle this threat. that, in turn, allowed them to put out fire with fire, rather than sprinkling it with water as the western democracies keep on doing. hopefully, it will serve as the lesson for the rest of the world
Posted by: alex | 2006-12-29 12:21:59 PM
Dear Ethiopians,
wherever you are,congratulations!!!If we are united,there is no reason not to be successful in every aspect of life,always remember we have geo-political enemies around,like Egypt who never sleeps even for a minute if there is peace in Ethiopia,Arab countries wants to keep us away from read sea,Sudan God knows its posision? So called Eritrea who is the sick dog in the horn of africa.
So for every problem in our country be it in Gambela or other there is some one orchestrating behind and most probably the above mentioned countries .
Be vigilant!!!!
Posted by: Abadi kebede | 2006-12-29 1:05:52 PM
Members of the Ethiopian Defence Forces are extremely well trained, disciplined determined when they fight. What many foreigners forget about Ethiopians is that although they may have internal problems when it comes to an external enemy they will unite and that is when they are at their best.
As an ex US marine who was charged with the task of training their forces in the last seven years I can assure you that there is no fighting force who can beat them in Africa ( that includes Egypt and South Africa). We ( The US Government) have provided them with some very powerful military hardware and they know how to use it.
All you, Ethiopians, regardless of your opinion of EPRDF, you should be proud of your Defence Forces.
Ethiopia will remain a key US alley in Africa for a long time to come.
Thank you.
Posted by: Brent | 2006-12-29 1:10:49 PM
I find this issue with Somalia one to really sit up and pay attention.
Why?
Because idiots like Stephen Lewis say that the problem with Africa is that the west discriminates against Africa, because it is a racist issue.
Well, we western folks went into Somalia, to help, and look what happenned. They rejected our assistance, and called us all sorts of nasty thing in their books.
So, they are racist.
And, they are worse, because they discriminate on religious lines, as do all Islamic fundamentalist regimes.
Ethiopia has my support, because they have demonstrated themselves to be g-d fearing people. They have exercised restrain, and then done the job as required, to defend themselves against these extremist terrorist groups, terrorist nations and all.
Posted by: Lady | 2006-12-29 2:46:26 PM
The international community who have sided themselves with the war against terrorism owes Ethiopia huge. Time to kiss Meles's hand.
Those who oppose Ethiopia's involvements need to know that Ethiopia has been invited to this war by both parties in Somalia. UIC should not have played the Jihad war and Greater somalia CARDS, as it gave a green light for Meles to establish a legitimate case against them. that in my opinion is a perfect invitation of calling Ethiopia to come after you. Meles would not hestitate to capitalize on this perfect opportunity as it would give him a chance to wipe out OLF, ONLF, AFD, AND some anti-Ethiopian elements within the UIC. Ethiopia has been in somalia before the UIC was formed. Already having a miltary presense to protect the TFG, the Ethiopians know better than regecting the invitation by the only ligitimate athority(TFG) in the country.
those who doubted the presence of foriegn militants within UIC, wait till the distruction of Kismayo to see their dead bodies.
Kismayo is the final phase for completing the Ethiopian mission.
Posted by: yoni | 2006-12-29 2:48:21 PM
Brent is lying.
It's not racist, it's racialist.
Posted by: Feces Eating Buddha | 2006-12-29 2:50:09 PM
Dear Mr. Meles Zenawi,
I would like to thank you for the fantastic job that you have been doing for Ethiopia and the rest world for routing these low life terrorist thugs who showed up in your door step from Afganistan, Pakistan, Eritrea, and the Arab world to wage a “holy war” against Ethiopia. The world is amazed at your level of smart and brilliant leadership. Indeed, you’re an amazing person. As a result, you’re my person of the year.
No one will be able to save these low life terrorist cockroaches in Somalia from the wrath of the Ethiopian Defense Forces. Neither the Arab League nor the Eritrean mercenaries will be able to save them. I’m absolutely certain that all the remnant low life Jehadists will be completely crashed and wiped out by this weekend.
Posted by: Dulla | 2006-12-29 3:12:43 PM
I agree with Brent US is a key allay and will remain allay to Ethiopia . When White people speak up and
stand for the truth they are accused of being resist and they will be silenced . yes the west has troubled history with race at least they have recognize it and they set up correction mechanism.
Arabs never even recognize their resist behavior and still want to use religion to advance their influence where ever they can .
Americans and Ethiopians have one distinct common culture that is they want to live and can live together with every body .
one advice to American forces I would give is terrorist or Islamists are like Mafia. The boss goes under ground and let others die . Colonel Hassan Dahir (Now Sheik ) goes to hiding let the youth fight the fight . I suggest Americans has to get Binladen and Mula Omare (The Taliban leader ) and finish the Job . it is Cheaper and easier way out .
Posted by: Alem | 2006-12-29 5:09:54 PM
Deep Blue, let me respons to your stupid comment regarding my earlier comment. Yes, I still want to defeat the stupid, National Post reading conservatives who are very small minded red necks. Go read, study and open your stupid mind before you write your so called threatening letter. You calling me a foreigner thinking its an insult proves to me you are a non starter.
Posted by: Ethiopia | 2006-12-29 10:11:15 PM
Ethiopia Relax , let us make this forum more useful by exchanging ideas.
Posted by: Alem | 2006-12-29 10:23:04 PM
It is astonishing how the TPLF leaders enjoy blood shedding of innocents. Tigray through its ruthless gangsters has colonizd the other nations in Ethiopia. They now seem to extend their territory by adding Somalis to their victim list.
One thing is for sure, the days of Tigres rule is numbered and when that day comes, be prepared to pay the price
Posted by: Gejjaw | 2006-12-30 12:45:57 AM
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