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Opinion Jan 12: PREEMPTION IS A FALSE RIGHT
by HG, Jan 2007 - Mr. Zenawi used preemption as his right to invade Somalia in December 2006. Details and a sequence of events concerning the invasion are given elsewhere. Since coming to power in 1991 Zenawi has behaved in ways that cannot be expected from a rational individual with a discernible plan for the future other than destroying Ethiopia. The Ethiopian Civil Rights leader Professor Mesfin Woldemariam in his book, “Yekiulkulet Khedet”, examined issues when the social contract is broken and likened the condition as a trip to the abyss. He argued that "khedet" (denial of a social contract) is not only a mistake; and though “khedet” is linked to ignorance and stupidity, it is not only the sum of the two; “khedet” is going outside of the light Full Text

Other Opinions, Jan 4 to 12 -
Analysis, Nation: U.S. Sought to Destroy Islamist Leadership
News and Analysis: U.S. warplanes bomb Somalia
Analysis: Somalia’s sad plight, From warlords to Islamists
Opinion: America’s desperate intervention in Somalia
DPA: HR-Group Marks Guantanamo, Criticizes US, EU On Rights Issues
IHT/AP: US-Ethio drive in H.Africa..worry Sunni dominated Arab World
Opinion: What Are We Doing in Somalia?
Opinion: The grave error of invading Somalia
Opinion: What next in Somalia?
Opinion: Meles and the haste for sham withdrawal from Somalia

Opinion Jan 9: Reject Claims of Somali 'crises'
by Al Mariam - The current invasion of Somalia by troops loyal to Ethiopian dictator Meles Zenawi evokes images of the fireman who deliberately sets a house on fire and calls the fire department to come and put it out. As the firemen arrive, he is heroically fighting the blaze, earning the gratitude and admiration of his colleagues. Full Text

PRESS RELEASE: Ethio-Somalia Friendship Committee Ethiopians and Somalians Join in Urgent Call for Peace and Change: Jan 4, 2006. There was an acknowledgement that the current war being waged by Ethiopia in Somalia was largely unsupported by the people of Ethiopia. Instead it was seen as Prime Minister Meles Zenawi’s war for his own political survival and one that returned the transitional government to power although the people of Ethiopia or Somalia had chosen neither. It is hoped that a government, that truly represents the people, will be promoted and established. Press Release | Statement

PRESS RELEASE: Kinijit North America KNA- Ethiopian Forces in Somalia KNA Press Release PDF

Opinion Jan 7: Fanning the Flames of Religious Conflict
The Other Side - Given the current lack of legitimate moral and political authority, combined with the simmering anger of the oppressed millions, the escalating tension in Ethiopia cannot be dismissed. Whether the war has officially ended or not is longer the issue; rather, we must immediately get concerned how to avert the eruption of wide-scale religious conflict here. This naturally raises a most important question: Who here is suited for such a task? Certainly not the current national leaders of either the Orthodox Church or the Islamic Court, who long ago publicly swapped allegiance from the moral to the political. Certainly not the international community, who has eagerly embraced Ethiopia as the newest gladiator in the global anti-terrorist arena and ignorantly applauded her latest efforts at “regional stabilization”. Most certainly NOT the dictatorial federal government, as has been repeatedly evidenced by their disgusting political corruption and horrific internal abuses. Must Read
Andenet Commentary: It is relatively easy to identify the fundamental action needed to bring a lasting solution to this crisis which is to remove the current authorities/key players and EMPOWER the Ethiopian and Somali People respecting their choice. The key players include the slick pretender, the puppet and the hardliner which implies Meles, Gedi (TFG) and the ICU. However, it is very difficult is to achieve this Goal and this is where the assistance of the UN, US, EU, AU and the international community is needed critically.

Opinion Jan 6: Somalia's 'Government' Still on the Brink
by Jim Lobe AntiWar.com - While U.S. officials were euphoric over last month's unexpectedly easy rout by Ethiopia and Somalia's Transitional Federal Government (TFG) of the Islamic Courts Union, skepticism that stability can be restored to the long-suffering African nation remains high. In recent days, Washington has shown greater understanding for the Europeans' emphasis on a political settlement, "We're likely to see a slight shift in policy toward more emphasis on dialogue and the importance of bringing moderate elements into the fold, even as Washington steps up pressure on Uganda and other African countries to come up with troops." Full Text

Opinion Jan 4: Invading Somalia is no recipe for stability
Financial Times - This invasion is not the answer to Somalia’s problems. Whatever the intentions of Addis Ababa and the increasingly assertive government of Meles Zenawi, the Ethiopian leader, his country is too poor and, with very long borders, too porous to stay in Somalia. Full Text

Opinion Jan 3/4: Poof! The Magic Jihadist! Alemayehu G. Mariam First and foremost, all foreign troops must go, immediately withdraw from Somalia. That includes Ethiopian troops, Eritrean troops, if any, the motley crew of mujahadeen fighters, if any. The African Union, Other countries and international organizations have called for the “the withdrawal of all troops and foreign elements from Somalia.” Second, diplomacy must be given priority over any military solution. Third, U.N. Security Council Resolution should be vigorously implemented and monitored so that “all Member States, in particular those in the region,…refrain from any action in contravention of the arms embargo and related measures Full Text

Hizbawi Imbita (HI) By HG, December 30, 2006 Opposition parties based in the Diaspora, but who are not of Kinijit ought to understand that the electorate had spoken. If they are democrats all should respect the victory of the electorate. The first order of Hizbawi Imbita requires that those in the Diaspora ought to refuse to accept any grouping of Kinijit other than through Shaleqa Yoseph, who has the ewqinna from the Kinijit chairperson. Failure to do that ensures division and weakness. Diaspora Ethiopians who do not accept leadership of the elected person, and the ewqinna given by him to the Shaleqa do not have the basis to talk about or project Hizbawi Imbita in Ethiopia, or any other claim for a non-violent struggle charted by Kinijit Ethiopia. . Full Text

Opinion Dec 28: Analyst Doubts Ethiopian Troops Will Hold Mogadishu view of Dr. Ken Menkhaus, assoc. prof of political science In my humble opinion, IUCs leadership has What does he expect to happen next? Menkhaus says, “I think the next step is going to be the most difficult. The TFG is going to have to work in conjunction with some local allies to regain control of Mogadishu. If Mogadishu explodes into criminal violence and looting again, that is going to look very, very bad in the eyes of Somalis. Ethiopia is now going to have to step aside, I presume, and let mediators to bring together the TFG and the Islamists and re-emerging clan authorities in Mogadishu to broker a government of national unity. That remains the best-case scenario. That remains the long-term hope for Somalia.” And the worst-case scenario? “The worst case is that this is a trap. Full Text
What’s Next For Somalia? , by Rashid GaroweOnline Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi, will succeed in destroying the UIC, but will, nevertheless, fail in his mission to establish a unified government under the umbrella of the TFG. Abdillahi Yusuf, President of the Baidoa based TFG will not be in a position to move his government to the capitol Mogadishu, due to clan politics. His parliament divided in Baidoa and Mogadishu will create a quagmire of problems for his administration. Full Text
Somaliland question, Somalinet Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi, will succeed in destroying the UIC, but will, nevertheless, fail in his mission to establish a unified government under the umbrella of the TFG. Abdillahi Yusuf, President of the Baidoa based TFG will not be in a position to move his government to the capitol Mogadishu, due to clan politics. His parliament divided in Baidoa and Mogadishu will create a quagmire of problems for his administration. Full Text
The Ethiopia-Somalia Conflict Key Points By David Shinn, former US Ambassador. to Ethiopia From my perspective, and I believe from the standpoint of the best interests of the US, all foreign forces should leave Somalia—Ethiopian troops, Eritrean troops, and non-Somali jihadis. Little positive will be accomplished, however, if only one or two of these components depart and one or two stay. David Shinn

Opinion Dec 27: IUC failed but Ethiopia and TFG are now on the spot light by Abdi Jama In my humble opinion, IUCs leadership has failed to seize the opportunity of becoming a uniting and stabilizing force in Somalia for the many reasons mentioned above. However, the courts can still make the strategic decision of stopping this unwinnable war and try to pursue their political objectives through dialogue and comprise. By doing so, the courts will save the lives of thousands of our educated youth who are being slaughtered in this war
Ethiopia faces Somalia quagmire By Edmund Sanders, LA Times "The Ethiopians could get bogged down into a hopeless, long-term guerrilla campaign with enormous supply lines," Shinn said. "I don't see how they 'defeat' the Islamists in the long run."
Ethiopia's Invasion Seen Worsening Somali Chaos, The world from Berlin Ethiopia's offensive against the Union of Islamic Courts in Somalia risks plunging the region into a long war which may end up strengthening the Islamists. And if America sees the invasion as a chance to weaken Islamic radicalism, it's seriously misguided.
Full Text | LA Times | The world from Berlin

Opinion: Zenawi’s hubris, risks & high stakes in the Somalia’s war by By Apee Ojulu - Garowe The other notable external support for both TSFG and TPLF has been from the United States and Britain. The Bush Administration and the Blair government have extended their support to both Zenawi and Yusuf as a way to induce their governments and use, especially Ethiopia, the large military forces against their chief enemy, al-Qaeda. As a former U.S. Department Official, John Pendergast says” We are now giving a yellow-slash-green light to Ethiopia’s policy of containment by intervention The two countries have accused leaders of the UIC of supporting al-Qeada. But no evident has been provided to sustain their accusations.
EU Commissioner Louis Michel not impressed by rumors from Ethiopia - Urael BlogLouis Michel has told Legesse ‘ the name thief ’ Zenawi, Crime Minister, during a visit to Ethiopia that his record of human rights is awful, and that without improvement, relations will stay cool and tense. He repeated that the political prisoners should be released. And now he went to Somalia to probably tell the antagonizing parties that he does not believe a word about the rumors that the tyrant neighbor is spreading. That a Somali solution is possible and that in a later stage he will deal with the Ethiopian war monger.
A War of Miscalculation - Solmalian Opinion Yes the Ethiopian may take the land but who will hold it for him? Surely not the dogs of war he brings along with him (the likes of Mohamed Dheere and Cabdi the Crazy). These filthy, morally bankrupt criminals have no credibility with Somali people anywhere. They have been rejected by the public long ago. They have no place in Somali society except as defendants in the court of justice for their crimes against humanity. Their presence as running dogs of Ethiopian occupation will only succeed to inflame the wrath of the people and enrich the ranks of the UIC insurgency that is being born and carefully delivered as we speak.
Full Text | Blog: Urael | War of MisCalc

Opinion: Bush, in Somalia, Ignores Public Opposition to War - 12/25/06 by Bob Naiman and Patrick McElwee The Washington Post reported this week, the administration has given a "green light" for Ethiopia to send troops into Somalia to make war with the Islamic Courts Union (ICU). The Post reports a widespread view in Ethiopia's capital that Meles is using the conflict in Somalia to distract people from internal problems and to justify further repression of opposition groups. Ethiopian opponents of war say Meles is playing up the claim that there are al-Qaeda operatives within the ICU to maintain support of the US, which relies on a steady flow of Ethiopian intelligence some regional analysts say is of dubious value.
Trevino: War in the Horn - Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi avers that his nation has been "forced to enter a war," and though this is true to some extent -- the mere existence of a neighboring Islamist state is casus bellum in a sane world, and the Somali Islamists declared jihad months ago -- it is not, as he wishes to convey, a recent development.
Edmund Sanders LA Times: Ethiopian offensive in Somalia could mirror Iraq war - Ethiopia's attacks against Islamic forces in Somalia may have delivered a short-term military victory, but analysts warned that a longer offensive could present the U.S. ally with some of the same challenges facing American forces in Iraq.
Full Text | Opinion Josh Trevino | LA Times | Image Baidoa Battle

Opinion: Ethiopia is the play ball of mafia and CIA propaganda - 12/25/06 URAEL Blog -
“Jendayi Frazer, assistant secretary for Africa, said Somalia's Council of Islamic Courts is controlled by al-Qaeda, The Washington Post reported last Monday. That creates a Taliban-like situation in a country apparently prepared to go to war with neighboring, predominantly Christian Ethiopia over a border dispute, the report said.” Just some lines from an anonymous news bulletin. It shows that Legesse ‘ the name thief ’ Zenawi, Crime Minister of Ethiopia, is mimicked perfectly together with phony CIA information. I keep repeating it that Ethiopia is not predominantly Christian. I suppose Kenya is more Christian than Ethiopia and some mad mullahs have also been appointed in the north of Kenya, but nobody is talking about that. Djibouti is almost completely Islamic and is also part of the greater Somalia, it even accommodates French and American troops, but you do not hear a word about it. Full Text

Ethiopia: Washington Update - 12/23/06 by Mesfin Mekonen
The political climate in Washington is very receptive, but more work is needed to get Congress to back Ethiopian freedom and democracy. It is essential that we work together as Ethiopians and Americans to remind our elected officials of the well documented repression in Ethiopia, especially to describe the plight of men and women who are unjustly imprisoned in appalling conditions, and to impress on them how urgent it is for the U.S. to act. As to the situation in Somalia, it is focusing attention towards Ethiopia. Some of the most influential foreign policy experts in Washington are warning the State Department against applying policies that have failed in other regions to the Horn of Africa. Around the world, the U.S. has found that despots make poor allies. American support for anti-Islamic warlords in Somalia has failed spectacularly. Full Text

Opinion: U.S. policy in the Horn of Africa may aid al-Qaida, experts warn Mercury News by Jonathan S. Landay and Shashank Bengali NAIROBI, Kenya - As fighting intensified Friday between Somali Islamists and an Ethiopian intervention force, Western diplomats and experts warned that U.S. policy in the Horn of Africa - intended to curb Islamic radicalism - may not only be fueling this newest conflict, but also may be making it easier for al-Qaida to gain a foothold in the strategic region.
Washington’s Self-Defeating Somalia Policy, Garawonline by Matt Brydon - The most enduring outcome of Washington’s new Somalia policy is likely to be blowback: the United States and its regional allies will be managing the consequences of this error for years to come.
Why the United States Should Recognize Somaliland’s Independence - CSIS Africa Policy Forum by Peter Schraeder - Such an argument may seem counterintuitive at a time when tensions are rising in the region. But I submit that it is precisely because of those rising tensions that it is time for the Bush administration to act, especially if it is truly serious about democracy promotion, counter-terrorism, and curtailing the spread of Islamic fundamentalism.
Mercury News | Garowonline | CSIS Forum

KNA leadership conference in Boston, Masssasuttes -
Invited by the leadership of Kinijit Boston, a committee of three people and the Kinijit members they represent, , the leadership held free for all discussions to clear and wash away the false propaganda ploy that Ato Akloge and his company, through his Abugida website and television stations, are daily pumping to poison the minds of our people. Please see more on Ato Aklog at the end of this piece. KNA PR Office

News and Articles -
News, Woyane's war in Somalia and more. 12/21/06
News analysis on the 12/21/06 news

Prospect of war with Somalia raises fears, questions in Ethiopia There are questions the war rhetoric is meant to win Western backing for Meles. Some Ethiopians accuse the United States in particular of ignoring Meles's poor human rights record because it sees him as an ally in the war on terror. U.S. troops attached to an anti-terror operation based in nearby Djibouti can be seen from time to time in the Ethiopian capital, fueling rumors. International Herald

TSG officials said more than 600 Islamic fighters killed Islamic militia said they had killed around 400 Ethiopians and government fighters. EiTb - Islamic forces who have declared they want to bring the whole country under Quranic rule vowed to continue attacks to drive troops from neighbouring Ethiopia, a largely Christian nation that is providing military support, out of Somalia. Government officials said more than 600 Islamic fighters had been killed during four days of clashes. Islamic militia said they had killed around 400 Ethiopians and government fighters. Neither claim could be independently confirmed. By Steve Bloomfield, Africa Correspondent, IR Times -The US assistant secretary of state, Jendayi Frazer, asserted last week that the Courts are now "controlled by al-Qa'ida cell individuals". Ms Frazer claimed: "The top layer of the Court are extremists. They are terrorists." But that is not a view shared by the majority of diplomats based in the region. It is understood very few US diplomats with knowledge of the Horn of Africa share Ms Frazer's assessment. Matt Brydon, an independent Horn of Africa analyst who has travelled extensively throughout Somalia, said Ms Frazer's comments were a "gross exaggeration" that were unlikely to be backed by intelligence reports. He said the US has "elevated an obscure regional problem into a global issue and potentially attracted a broad range of anti-American and anti-Western interests to the side of the Courts". EiTb | Irish Times

PRESS RELEASE: Kinijit North America and Kinijit Toronto KNA PRess Release: 19 December (KNA-PR) - On October 15, 2006, Kinijit International Leadership – a Weyane organized and financed group - was disbanded for its illegal and anti-Kinijit activities and its key players – Ato Andargachew Tsige and Ato Brehane Mewa – were dismissed as personae non gratae. Our leaders in Kaliti never mandated this group as it claimed they did. And yet on December 15, 2006 this defunct group issued a “Press Release’ regarding the creation of an official Kinijit website: www.kinijitethiopia.org. KInijit Toronto has also issued a press release exposing the on-going divisive efforts of the defunct KIL.
KNA Press Release PDF | Kinijit Toronto Press Release

Unwarranted Accusation of Kinijit and its Leadership
KNA PR Office 16 December (KNA-PR) - The arrival of our patent in November 2006 and its subsequent announcement further strengthened our organization’s position and legality while entitling us the option to take actions against renegade groupies. Further, let be known that this issue of transferring the registration of the trade mark and its patent name to our organization has never been secret as implied by our accusers but rather a matter of public knowledge. For the record, Engineer Mogus Brook, has no interest to register the organization in his name and keep it that way. Sadly, such unqualified statements are statements fermented, baked and served by those whose ill conceived ideas are meant to divide and weaken our organization, its support groups and leadership - something our enemies will never succeed in accomplishing. Ethiopian Review’s print and claim therefore, is nothing but another of its lopsided and far from the truth reporting based on its deliberate attempt to take a jab at a good name of a good man who is serving our organization and the principles it stands for whole heartedly. Full Text

In response to the Interview With Meles Zenawi A ferenji resident shares views on Ethiopian political and social issues, 12/20/06 - I can barely even address his final comments—I am already spitting mad!!(…again) If there is “no such fear’”here, why are students being shot in the streets and increasingly rounded up and forced into military service or imprisoned ‘just in case’? Why do national bloggers receive death threats on a daily basis for merely reporting events that would otherwise be covered by a free and independent media body? Why were thousands of soldiers brought in to surround Meskel square during the celebrations, if it was not exactly to inspire such fear and trembling? Why does everyone now fall unnaturally silent when the opposition song is played in bars and street cafes? Why have the fingers and arms of children been broken in punishment for a simple hand gesture that has now become illegal? Tell me why, in this country, are the prisons overflowing and the cupboards bare? Full Text

U.S. Policy Toward Ethiopia and Eritrea
By Terrence Lyons CSR NO. 21, DECEMBER 2006 COUNCIL ON FOREIGN RELATIONS , After fifteen years in power, the EPRDF is in decline. The 2005 elections demonstrated high levels of opposition, but failed to usher in an orderly transition based on peaceful multiparty competition. The arrest of leading opposition politicians and civil society leaders has immobilized political developments and silenced political speech for the moment and leaves the regime fragile. Washington should develop new strategies to manage the potentially violent transition if efforts to promote nonviolent change fail. Full Text, PDF

Keystone Cops, Prosecutors and Judges in A Police State
By Alemayehu G. Mariam, Dec 17, 2006 - An in depth analysis of the government’s case against the patriotic Ethiopians that demonstrates that the whole case against them is a thinly veiled legal lynching by Zenawi and his regime. The analysis reveals that these patriots are not only victims of a sordid political persecution, but also that their “trial” represents a systematic and calculated effort to stamp out all political opposition and dissent in Ethiopia. Full Text, PDF

Kinijit Official Council List confirmed Ato Andargachew not included, fraud on the passed Council list in LA exposed
A month ago, Berhanu Mewa and Andargachew Tsiege had come to LA for a public meeting. During the meeting they and their supporters passed around a false document claiming to list all the Central Council members of KINIJIT. Linked below are :
1. The false list of names handed out at the meeting.
2. The correct list of names was obtained from very reliable source where the information was taken from the official original list in Addis.
3. LA chapter rebuttal letter revealing the error in the distributed document.
The correct list of names obtained from very reliable source. The information was taken down from the original and official list in Addis. You are highly encouraged to use this information to confront these individuals if they are to appear in your area.

Denver Police took Records of Individuals Responsible for the Illegal KNA meeting in Denver
The official Kinijit Denver Support Chapter did a wonderful job in making sure all the preparations where in place to stop the illegal event in the name of Kinijit. The only reason the event went ahead was because the law enforcement authorized to stop the meeting came nearly 3 hours late, when the event was almost over. But they did take all the necessary information and documentation to start an investigation on those who fraudulently claimed to represent the Denver Kinijit Support Chapter and hold the meeting. As exepected the Cloning "Creating Teletafies (Amharic analogy)" of KNA chapters in Denver was exposed and the reposnsible party has faced a serious trouble with the Law.
Event's Summary Report | Kinijit Denver Press Release | Chairperson Letter

The Cheru Commission and its attempt to impugn the good name of KNA chairman, Shaleqa Yospeh Yazew.
The Cheru Commission mentioned that its goal was not to focus on finding faults in any individual or on punishing anyone. However, despite the stated goals given to the FMC, the Cheru Commission has focused on assassinating the character of an individual, Shaleqa Yoseph, that Chairman of KNA, who had suspended the KIL. Kinijit Editorial

Regarding the Nov 24, 2006 Piece by Dr. Muhammad Shamsaddin Megalommatis
Dr. Megalommatis is worried that Ethiopia is called Ethiopia, and begs that people call it “Abyssinia, do not call it “Ethiopia’ if you please.” Unfortunately for Dr. Megalommatis the name of a country called Ethiopia is not going to change to suit his sensibilities or to make right his false appellation. Click for Article

Interview: KNA leadership, Ato Tamrat Challenged ER and EMF negative report on the Recent Critical Las Vegas Meeting
Kinijit North America Leadership Ato Tamerat Mengesha confidently expressed the success of KNA meeting in Las Vegas conducted on Nov 29, 2006. He also challenged and contested the integrity of the recent negative report on the event by Ethio Media forum and Ethiopian review run by Ato Dawit Kebede/Kinfu Assefa and Ato Elias Kifle respectively. Ato Tamrat also discussed on the background of KNA chairman, Shaleka Yosef and described in detail about the meeting and its final outcome.
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AFD statement on prospects of war between Somalia and the regime in Ethiopoia AFD, Nov 29, 2006 -
In its statement of June 5, 2006, the Executive Committee of the Alliance for Freedom and Democracy (AFD) registered its concern about worrisome developments in Somalia, particularly the attempt by the minority TPLF/EPRDF regime in Ethiopia to exploit the sad situation in Somalia to deflect attention from the deteriorating situation in Ethiopia itself, to salvage and recover its sagging popularity at home and to garner the support of the West, particularly that of the United States, by jumping on the bandwagon of the war on terror. Click

The November Kinijit North America (KNA) General Assembly of Denver and the illegitimate November conference in Atlanta , Kinijit NA Editorial Support, 11/23/06
This must read article provides detailed facts and circumstances surrounding the holding of the legitimate November 4 and 5, 2006, Denver KNA General Assembly and the illegitimate Atlanta conference held a week after the Denver Assembly. The Diaspora Kinijit support has been in placed in trouble ever since the appearance of an alleged letter sent from Kinijit leaders now jailed in Kaliti purportedly anointed six individuals (Kinijit International Leadership – KIL) to take the role of Kinijit leadership.
Section I | Section II | Chorra Issue 6

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EU Resolution: Ethiopian government slammed for actions since 2005 elections, Unconditional release demanded for all political prisoners, EU invitation to Ethiopian prime minister criticised, Called for publication of report on killing of 193 people
In its resolution on Ethiopia, Parliament looks at the crisis following the 2005 elections and the serious human rights violations that have taken place in the country since then, including the reports of continuing arrests, harassment, arbitrary detention and intimidation of opposition politicians, civil society activists, students and others. According to the resolution, "111 opposition party leaders, journalists and human rights defenders are still in custody and are facing trial on charges including 'outrage against the Constitution', 'inciting, organising or leading armed rebellion' and 'attempted genocide'". A number of "post-election political detainees" are listed by name. Against this background, MEPs call on the Ethiopian Government "to immediately and unconditionally release all political prisoners, whether journalists, trade union activists, human rights defenders or ordinary citizens, and to fulfill its obligations with respect to human rights, democratic principles and the rule of law". The resolution also refers to the Ethiopian government-backed Commission of Inquiry set up in November 2005 to investigate the killing of 193 citizens following demonstrations in June and November 2005. Furthermore, in a strong message from MEPs to a fellow EU institution, the resolution "deeply regrets the EU Commission's invitation to Prime Minister Meles Zenawi to address the European Development Meanwhile, the US Congress held a briefing in Washington, DC on Human Rights in Ethiopia.
EU Resolution on Ethiopia | US Congress on Human Rights in Ethiopia
Watch Ato Woldemichael M. Congress Testimony | VOA with US Congressman

News and Articles -
Short Article, November 9, 2006, Amharic
Special Report on the Recent Woyane Terror, 11/04/06
Special Report on the Jimma Massacar October 28, 2006
The Unmaking of Kinijit Movement in the Diaspora, Dr.A Negash

Dr. Assefa Negash Interview with Ethio Lion 11/05/06 -
Part I, 2 hrs | Part II, 1 hr

Chamiso Syndromes in The Diaspora
A call for those that have been mislead to join the true struggle For those that do not know A. Chamiso, he is among the Kings of the Teletaffies whose use for Woyane has gone to the backburner in Ethiopia. Click for the List

Chorra Issue V, KNA Editorial Newsletter, November
Included: Ewqinna, Enderasse, Qemagna: Issues that had afflicted Diaspora Kinijit
The featured article describes issues that transpired in the Kinijit NA support groups and executive office from Jan 14 until Oct 31, 2006. The article documents that Dr. Mogus Gebre Mariam never had "Ewqinna" from Kinijit Ethiopia and that Ato Berhane Mewa had relinquished his "Ewqinna" at the August 19-20 General Assembly of the KNA support groups. Therefore, Shaleka Yoseph Yazew is the only person in KNA who has "Ewqinna", and who has not relinquished that task assigned him by Kinijit Ethiopia. Click for Chorra News Letter

KNA Statement on an Independent Finance and Administrative Commission
After a careful look at the activities of the Commission since its assignment and the revelation of alarming contradictions between the mandate given to it and its practices, KNA Leadership has decided to call an independent and impartial arbiters of integrity that can command trust. CLICK for Full Statement

KNA Support Chapters Teleconference 10/26/06
A Teleconference with 22 Kinijit North America Support Chapter Chairs, 9 KNA Executive Committee Members, and some with observer status, was held on October 26, 2006 for three hours. The conference was chaired by KNA Chairman Shaleka Yoseph Yazew and Dr. Almaz Zewdie took the Minutes. The attendees unanimously endorsed the executive decision taken by Chairman of KNA, Major Yoseph Yazew, to suspend KIL and its two masterminds, viz, Ato Andargachew Tsege and Ato Berhane Mewa. The attendees also defined the Agenda for the November 4-5, 2006 General Assembly to be held in Denver, Colorado. The group concluded their meeting by affirming their dedication to working for and supporting KINIJIT Ethiopia. CLICK for Full Statement

KNA Support Chapters Press Release in Support of Shaleka Yosef Yazew, Chairman of KNA and KIL
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Negat Radio Interview with Shaleka Yosef Yazew, Kinijit International and Kinijit North America Chairman
CLICK, Must Listen (10/16/06)

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