Envoy Hammer's Diplomatic Mission in the Horn of Africa Sparks Regional Tensions

U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Mike Hammer will travel to Uganda and Ethiopia to attend the IGAD Summit and discuss ongoing situations in Ethiopia, Somalia, and Sudan, emphasizing U.S. recognition of Somalia's sovereignty and supporting efforts to end conflict, ensure humanitarian access, promote democratic transition, and address the crisis in northern Ethiopia. He also plans to coordinate with African Union officials and urge dialogue to address political and security crises in the Amhara and Oromia regions.