In recent months, Egypt has stepped up its involvement in the Horn of Africa, particularly in Somalia. This comes as Cairo announced in August that it plans to send troops to Somalia under a new African Union mission. But this decision goes beyond mere peacekeeping. It’s part of a much larger game involving power, resources, and regional politics.
A New Mission in Somalia
The African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) is set to start in January 2025. Its goal ...