2019 Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Ethiopia's PM



Ethiopia vs Eritrea : Eritrea used to be part of Ethiopia under King Haile Selassie. After the 'legendary' King died, Eritrean tried to separate from Ethiopia. They fought a long war. After so many deads, series of conflicts and negotiations, they are at peace. For that, Ethiopian Prime Minister received 2019 peace award

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