Saxardiid Posted January 27, 2004 Somali Warlords In Painful Dilemma: Time To Decide! Ethiopian foreign minister Soyuim Mesvin, has arrived this week in Nairobi probably to push top Somali warlords to derail the seemingly successful retreat talks in Kenya! His unexplained visit and secret meeting with Somali Warlords, has stirred deep rooted suspicions and will almost certainly do little to enhance the already fruitful Igad and international community endeauvors. Ironically, some of these present day warlords, might be "the wannebe" leaders of an imminent United Somali government, now visible no the horizon, should the talks succeed. But their ally," Ethiopia" now opposes the compromise and therefore denies them the chance to become the legetimate leaders of their country "Somalia". Paradoxically, their close ties with Ethiopia becomes a boomerang that hits themselves! To day Ethiopia's interest " not to form a unified strong government in Somalia" is diametrically opposite to the interest of her allies in Somalia. Therefore, the concerned Ethiopian supported Somali warlords face a painful dilemma- they do not dare to tell Ethiopia the bitter truth and take a patriotic stance. And they can not afford to waste the tantalising chance which alures them back in villa Somalia, (the bone of contention). Since they can not eat and have their cake at the same time, it would be wiser for them to Choose between Addis and Mogadishu. They can not ride both horeses simmulteanously. They should decide before it is too late! Time and tide wait for no man. My advice is: "home is best." click here for the articale Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
