Analysis of Federal Government's Reluctance in Southern Oromia Conflict

An analysis has been presented suggesting reasons why the federal government has refrained from intervening to halt conflicts in Southern Oromia. The analysis argues that the government is utilizing the situation to demonstrate the alleged dangers of ethnic-based federalism, thereby preparing the ground to dismantle the current system. Furthermore, it posits that due to the failure of the two regions to reach an agreement over Moyale, there is a strategic intention to bring the town under federal administration. The author questions whether the federal government is allowing the situation to persist to achieve these political goals while civilians continue to suffer.