Russia, Iran, and Middle Eastern countries are exploiting conflicts in Sudan and Somalia to expand military engagement in the Horn of Africa and Red Sea region. These actors prioritize their economic, military, and political goals, undermining local populations and US interests. External meddling exacerbates ongoing crises, drawing in more factions and intensifying violence. This development poses the most urgent threat to regional stability amid broader African challenges.
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