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Event #5,902 · 17 Oct 2026

Statement · Bishoftu town

The Ethiopian Navy commander, Vice Admiral Kindu Gezu, stated in an interview that the navy is building strong capabilities and expanding training, infrastructure, and combat units to safeguard national interests and counter security threats.

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Bishoftu town, East Shewa, Oromia
8.766, 38.939 · approximate location
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