Sultan of Afar Calls for Conflict De-escalation and Peace Talks

Sultan Ahmed Alimirah of Afar has issued a call for support for United Nations and African Union initiatives aimed at de-escalating conflict and promoting peace in the Ethiopian Afar region. The Sultan is urging an end to the escalation of the ongoing conflict and the commencement of talks to achieve lasting peace.

In a statement titled "This is Not Our War," Sultan Alimirah details the severe consequences of the regional instability. He emphasizes that the current conflict does not represent the will or interests of the Afar people and expresses concern over civilian suffering and the stagnation of regional development.

The appeal seeks to mobilize international support and pressure to find a peaceful resolution. Sultan Alimirah hopes that international actors and regional leaders will unite their efforts to end the conflict and build sustainable peace in Afar.

The situation in the Afar region has been tense for an extended period, with the conflict exacerbating the humanitarian crisis and economic instability. The Sultan's appeal marks a significant step towards seeking regional cooperation and peaceful resolutions.