Trump’s Mediation Offer on Nile Dam: A Crucial Test for America’s Leadership and Regional Stability

The long-standing dispute over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Nile River has flared once again, and this time, President Donald Trump has stepped forward with a clear call to action: restart U.S.-led mediation efforts to resolve what has become a critical geopolitical challenge in Northeast Africa. Why Should America Care About a Dam Thousands of Miles Away? At first glance, Ethiopia’s construction of Africa's largest hydroelectric project might seem like a purely regional matter. But for the United States, which champions national sovereignty and global stability, ignoring this conflict invites consequences that ripple far across multiple arenas....