Diplomacy
Former Ethiopian Diplomats Criticize U.S. Labeling of Groups as 'Separatist'
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AI SUMMARY
Seven former Ethiopian diplomats have written to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to criticize his labeling of certain Ethiopian groups as separatist.
- Seven former Ethiopian diplomats wrote a letter to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
- The signatories include former Foreign Minister Gedu Andargachew, Ambassador Berhane Gebre-Christos, and Ambassador Fisseha Asghedom.
- The letter criticizes Rubio's labeling of certain Ethiopian groups as separatist.
- The diplomats argued that the labeling oversimplifies Ethiopia's complex political and security situation.
- They warned that failing to distinguish between government opposition and separatism could obscure conflict root causes and close opportunities for constructive roles.
- The diplomats urged the U.S. to adopt a balanced, principled approach, maintain consistent standards for civilian protection and accountability, and engage all stakeholders for an inclusive political process.
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