Somalia Expels Ethiopian Ambassador Amid Maritime Dispute

The expulsion and consulate closures come as Somalia accuses Ethiopia of violating its sovereignty through a contentious maritime deal with Somaliland.

• Somalia expels Ethiopia's ambassador and orders the closure of Ethiopian consulates in Somaliland and Puntland, citing interference in its internal affairs.
• The expulsion follows a contentious maritime deal between Ethiopia and the breakaway region of Somaliland, granting Ethiopia sea access and raising regional stability concerns.
• Somalia accuses Ethiopia of violating its sovereignty and territorial integrity, while Ethiopia seeks formal recognition for Somaliland in exchange for economic benefits.
• Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud accuses Ethiopia of attempting to destabilize Somalia and warns of defending its territory against perceived annexation.
• International calls for respect of Somalia's sovereignty intensify amid fears the dispute could destabilize the Horn of Africa.

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