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Описание: Stay informed with today’s Zehabesha deep dive into the most critical stories shaping our world. From the high-stakes administrative disputes in Northern Ethiopia and the intensive shuttle diplomacy by Saudi Arabia to President Putin’s nuclear pledge and a crippling blizzard in the United States, we bring you the facts and the context you need.

In This Episode:
1. Ethiopia’s Election Bombshell: The House of Federation has issued a controversial ruling on five contested districts: Humera, Adi Remets, Tselemti, Korem Ofla, and Raya Alamata. These areas will now be under direct federal oversight for the upcoming 7th national elections. While the Amhara National Movement (NaMA) views this as a step toward stability, Tigrayan leadership, including Getachew Reda and Amanuel Assefa, have condemned it as "constitutional anarchy" and a threat to regional identity.
2. Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Power Play: A flurry of diplomatic activity is centered in Riyadh. Following visits to Asmara and Addis Ababa by Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed El-Khereiji, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Jeddah. Is Saudi Arabia positioning itself as the ultimate mediator for the Horn of Africa’s tensions?
3. Putin’s Nuclear Warning: Marking Defender of the Fatherland Day, Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to prioritize the "Nuclear Triad" to ensure strategic deterrence. This comes as the New START Treaty expires, signaling a new era of global military posturing.
4. Netanyahu’s Bold Stance: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the Knesset, declaring the US-Israel bond stronger than ever while issuing a stern warning to Iran against making a "serious mistake".
5. Crisis in the U.S. Northeast: A massive blizzard has paralyzed travel across the Eastern U.S.. With over 4,800 flights canceled and nearly two feet of snow in some regions, major hubs like NYC’s LaGuardia and Boston Logan are at a near standstill.
6. Human Stories & Local Struggles:
Immigration Crackdown: New Trump administration proposals could force half a million asylum seekers to wait a year for work permits.
ICE Detention Outcry: Heartbreaking reports from Minnesota and Texas highlight the harsh conditions and controversial arrests of asylum seekers like Bahjo Abdi.
Addis Ababa License Plate Shortage: Car owners in Ethiopia's capital face mounting frustration as the "Code 2" and "Code 3" plate shortage persists.
7. Manchester United’s Quiet Stretch: Under Michael Carrick, the Red Devils face an unprecedented 13-day break. We look ahead to their trip to Everton and what the lack of European football means for the club's future.


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