
In the perspective of the Ethiopian Herald new editorial piece called ‘Far be it from peddlers of skirmish to prove disciples of peace’ published today on the 1st January 2021. This editorial I will discuss here today and specifically the aspect of which it vilifies outsiders. Where the editor or writer targets Westerners or United States of which is not surprising.
Where it really started for me was this passage: “Watching the drama of imposing one’s selfish and egoistic national interest on the fledgling exhibited by some westerners is once more leading the world down the lane of catastrophic destruction. This bad scenario is eclipsing emerging countries’ optimism of catapulting to self-dabble-ensured development. To add an insult to injury, humbugs of the above mentioned brand destabilize the victim country fomenting religious, ethnic and instigated-political conflicts” (The Ethiopian Herald, 01.01.2021).
It is really unique and precious of the editorial to state things in this fashion. As there is no concern or care for the ones looking into the matters and the conflict, which have been prevalent since November 2020. It is like nobody should question, condemn or even pick a side in it. Except if they pick the side of the government and believes all of their information leaked to the state media. If you do that, I can assure you are not selfish and is a righteous man. Just like the ones who is promoted by the state and the narrow-minded individuals who wants to be useful fools for the FDRE Government Communication Service. Because, that is what they are… and the Ethiopian Herald is no difference here.
Yes, foreign interference in other conflicts has caused harm, destruction and devastation. However, at this point with famine, starvation, humanitarian blockade and several of other issues in the Republic. Clearly, the state and it’s allies has caused more than enough damage on its own. Secondly, the state is the ones who using means of which is respectfully right to stop or try to silence. As the Tripartite Alliance haven’t acted in good faith or continues to do so. No, it has used all means to win this war and no boundary has been set. That’s why they don’t want independent investigations and only wants to vilify the enemy. Just like they writer is mocking the West in this here piece.
“Hardening their hearts the affluent nations, especially those categorized in the conceptual west, are seen going astray from human and moral rights. Commoditizing everything, they eye on optimizing returns from the debris of their entire destructive sprees. They use countries reduced to rubbles as bogeyman to flog similar aspirants of self-growth to the straightjacket they prepare aiming at meeting own gluttonous ends” (The Ethiopian Herald, 01.01.2021).
I don’t know if this writer eats words or has a beneficial relationship with his thesaurus. Because, men usually flaunts words like this when they try to impress the significant other. However, here it is a continuation of the previous passage. As everything the west touches is destructive and has a terrible end.
I would think a government with Ministry of Peace and a Human Rights Commission would be concerned about violating codes of war and the Geneva convention. If not violating any of the ratified conventions, the Republic is supposed to adhere too. Nevertheless, the West is the problem and not that the Ethiopian government have to follow any of the international conventions it has promised to follow. Secondly, the civil war created by the regime of Addis Ababa at his current time is something they have to answer for. As the truth will linger out eventually, just like the truth about the Iraqi war was revealed. Therefore, the editor or the Ethiopian Herald shouldn’t be singing songs of greatness just yet.
“At this juncture, it is appropriate to mention the damage westerners inflicted on ancient nations like Iraq and Syria, boasting histories written in brighter inks. In doing so, westerners have caused the death, maim, affliction and displacement of people of these countries” (The Ethiopian Herald, 01.01.2021).
I agree that the Western powers and the involvement in the conflicts of Syria and Iraq haven’t brought any positive results or case for any good. Nevertheless, there been other actors involved in it too. There been both sides, but also other influences, which has caused more harm and damage. As well, as individuals who wanted prestige and keep influence in these nations. Therefore, the West is to blame for a lot of destruction, but not all. That is to give all blame and sing the song of Akon “Put the Blame on Me” as loud as you possibly can.
“Cascading this to the Ethiopian case, mastering a preemptive move Ethiopians should refrain from turning a prey to booby-traps designed by opportunists to lure them into bait. As the adage runs “if you fool me once shame on you but if you fool me twice shame on me,” they must learn addressing things with a cool head as currently witnessed in the law-enforcement operation and the dilemma of entering into Tigray or not” (The Ethiopian Herald, 01.01.2021).
It is just like yesterday Operation Law Enforcement was commenced. We all know it has been 13 months and counting of conflict. Where the Tripartite Alliance has used any means possible and projected all war-crimes on the enemies. That is why the editor is speaking of fooling and using George W. Bush rhetoric against Westerners. Which is very rich and dumb, as the point his trying to make is weak at best. Because, his not making a righteous case and a justified war. Only, that the West is not supposed to shield the starving, the suffering or the ones in the cross-fire in this conflict. However, the West is just supposed to support the government that bombs own town, villages and civilian areas of the capital of Tigray. Since, that is what a fool does… well, how about that right?
It is not a cool head or a wise man to see the children, woman, old and the ones suffering dying for one man will to consolidate all power. For one man to use the army to “unify” everyone under his banner and party. So, that everyone can be cultic and use dangerous rhetoric to get rid of enemies not only in Tigray, but in Oromia as well. Where the state has never addressed the concerns or the manner of which it has arrested, silenced and even silently killing anyone who dissent to the current regime. Therefore, it would be a fool to trust a government who kills their own to stay in power.
“Furthermore, precluding those whose hands are besmirched with blood, sitting around a horseshoe table ironing out political differences and coming up with a consensus and a resolution is called for so as to bar divisive entry point to hypocrites and charlatan media houses. Our country Ethiopia is endowed with bountiful resources and motivated workforce. Combining the two and ensuring peace this ancient country of indigenous wisdom could materialize its ambitious leap to prosperity” (The Ethiopian Herald, 01.01.2021).
Well, we know the Prosperity Party and the Prime Minister will not have proper dialogue or even talks, which will matter. Just like he didn’t have sincere elections or polls for that matter. Where he only had an official exercise in a grand selection and hand-picking ceremony to legitimize his reign. Therefore, the ones believing the talks or dialogue would be short-sighted. This will be as useful as the Inter-Burundian dialogue after election in 2015 or the recent ones pulled off in Cameroon. The state will do the same charade and mockery in Ethiopia. The media houses will only take the talking points of the state and say it happens. They will not dissect the lacking representation or the lack of real parties involved. Since we know this is insincere at best.
When he says the Ethiopian nation is filled with resources and workforce, I don’t doubt that a second… but saying that will generate peace is well… not what it takes or what is at stake here. There will not be prosperity when you forge a war and when you leave plenty of parties behind. That is what is lost here to the editor and the government he supporters. Some will earn profits on the blood, sweat and tears. There will be created an elite and plenty who eats on the plights of the chosen few. However, the general population and the groups who has been vilified will be left behind. They will have all the reasons of the world to revolt and wanting to revolutionizing the system. As it was unfair and unjust from the get-go. That’s why the resources or manpower doesn’t matter. When you are not including or letting people participate on equal grounds. As we know the agenda of this government isn’t for all, but for the ones who anointed by the current leadership. Peace.















