The Conflict in Moyale and Claims from Both Sides
This text provides commentary on the ongoing conflict in Moyale and the conflicting narratives from both sides. It outlines that one side claims the involvement of Oromia Special Forces, the Oromo Liberation Army (Shane), the National Defense Force, and other Oromo groups, while the other side blames the Somali Region Liyu Police, Al-Shabaab, the Somali National Army, and other militias. The author argues that both sides' narratives are flawed and misleading. The writer mentions they are investigating the root causes of the conflict and promises to share findings soon. The text urges people not to escalate tensions emotionally and emphasizes that the Garri and Borana peoples are brothers, suggesting that external conspiracies have driven them apart rather than inherent enmity.
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