Trump’s Offer to Mediate Nile Dispute Signals a Needed America First Approach to African Stability
As Ethiopia and Egypt remain locked in a dangerous water dispute over the Nile, President Trump’s readiness to mediate highlights America’s critical role in resolving international conflicts that impact global stability—and by extension, U.S. security.
President Donald Trump’s recent offer to restart mediation between Egypt and Ethiopia over the contentious Nile River water-sharing dispute deserves serious consideration from Washington. This long-standing conflict centers on Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), a massive hydroelectric project that threatens to disrupt the flow of the Nile—Egypt’s lifeblood—putting millions at risk of water shortages.Why Should America Reengage in the Nile Dispute?The United States has an undeniable stake in fostering stability in Africa, where failed diplomacy can quickly spiral into chaos impacting global security and economic interests. The collapse of previous U.S.-led talks in 2020 left a diplomatic vacuum that...
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