Horn of Africa Conflicts and Proposed Solutions

The ongoing conflicts in the Horn of Africa are driving significant displacement, with neighboring African countries bearing the brunt of the refugee burden. The war in Sudan is already forcing refugees toward Libya, and the article warns that a wider regional conflict could destabilize remaining safe zones. Merely enforcing borders is insufficient to address the root causes that force families to flee. The author proposes a strategy similar to the Dayton Agreement, emphasizing a regional settlement that does not rely solely on the goodwill of warring parties. It calls for Europe and the African Union to establish a joint contact group with IGAD, while engaging major global powers like the United States, China, the Gulf states, and Egypt. Furthermore, the international community must pressure arms suppliers to cease fueling these offensives to prevent further escalation.