(Muqdisho, Isbahaysi) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Somalia has unexpectedly removed a post from its social media platforms, which announced the departure of the Foreign Minister and his delegation to Turkey for talks with Ethiopia in Ankara. The post, published just an hour earlier, has sparked curiosity and speculation.
Previously, the Somali Federal Government had steadfastly refused to engage in negotiations with Ethiopia, setting a precondition that Ethiopia must first retract an illegal agreement with the Somaliland administration.
The sudden change in stance, agreeing to talks in Ankara, raises questions about whether Somalia has compromised on its earlier demands. This comes amidst Ethiopia’s continued insistence on its controversial position, with reports suggesting that it might soon formalize a maritime agreement with Somaliland.
The removal of the post adds another layer of mystery, as there has been no explanation from the Somali Ministry, nor has there been any comment from the Ethiopian side regarding the Ankara discussions. The situation remains fluid and closely watched.
