Seven years ago, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with members of the Ethiopian community, including Tamagne Beyene, in Washington, D.C., United States. During that meeting, Tamagne Beyene spoke extensively in support of Abiy Ahmed. However, in later years, he distanced himself from the Prime Minister, citing differences in political ideology. Observers note that some of Tamagne Beyene’s earlier public statements later became points of controversy, as his position evolved over time. | Jirra Media/J

A historic moment was witnessed as Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed hosted Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Djibouti's President Ismail Omar Guelleh, as well as officials from Kenya, in the Ethiopian Somali Regional State. Here's why it matters. | TRT Afrika