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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Festival Eritrea was officially opened today in Toronto with the presence of community leaders, Special Guests and in the presence of the Honourable @HonAhmedHussen , Minister of International Development who expressed the message of the Government and Prime Minister Justin
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Dear @Twitter & @paraga - We are collectively issuing a statement condemning your silencing of African voices on this platform. @ECNAS_CA @GleanEthiopia
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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CECCO wrote 2 @SameerZuberi of Subcommittee on International Human Rights expressing deep disappointment in the selective and biased handling of research on conflict in Ethiopia. @ArnoldViersen @Alduceppe @ziad_aboultaif @AliEhsassi @HMcPhersonMP @MSidhuLiberal @anitavandenbeld
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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In Edmonton, a picture speaks a thousand words. A child playing soccer faces the violent mob trying to attack his community - his innocent gesture is a reflection of the absurdity of the situation #EritreanFestival #StopTheAttacks @edmontonpolice @CityofEdmonton
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
This is today from Denmark. We have said many times that this group is a threat to society. They have been emboldened by the lack of adequate police action to arrest, detain and contain them. Their sole mission is to create chaos, attract media attention, threaten and attack
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Footage from Hidri Eritrean-Canadian youth singing the Canadian national anthem and celebrating their dual identities as Eritreans and Canadians. Few places in the world offer the opportunity to enjoy our multicultural mosaic. These are the types of events being threatened by the
@EritreaCanada
CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
7 months
Hidri Ottawa, a youth cultural group has reported a successful event yesterday despite numerous attempts to threaten attendees and venues by the criminal organization, Brigade Nโ€™hamedu. The brigade has no limits on who they threaten with violence. @OttawaPolice we urge you to
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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In a show of solidarity, the local North East Edmonton community showed up to play soccer with the Eritrean community. #StoptheAttacks #EritreanFestival
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
Announcement from the Festival Committee: With immense gratitude, the Festival Committee extends heartfelt appreciation to the Eritrean community for their unwavering patience and support throughout the event. We are thrilled to announce that the festival came to a peaceful and
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
๐ŸšจIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: The Toronto Police Service are actively investigating the attack against the Eritrean Festival. Instructions have been provided below by the police. Please follow the instructions carefully.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Our joint statement with NCEA #NoMore
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Lambros Kiriakakos, Chairperson of CECCO testified before the Parliamentary Subcommittee on Human Rights challenging them to take a stand against the biggest threat to peace and human rights in the Horn of Africa.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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We are all Siem!
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In the face of the @cityoftoronto |โ€™s choice to cancel the scheduled weekend events, a group of Eri-Canadians assembled at the park on Monday. There, they carried out the tribute to Eritreaโ€™s martyrs through a solemn moment of silence, followed by a moving display of unity as they
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Congrats to the Seattle Eritrean-American community for continuing on with the Festival!
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
Our children should be able to play in an atmosphere of peace and security. The group that has attacked similar games and festivals in Europe and North America should be condemned.
@rodmaldaner
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A soccer game on a Saturday is a normal occurrence. What isnโ€™t normal is have tactical watching over your game. Police are attempting to disperse a potential riot near the Roselyn school. #yeg #Eritrea
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Public Meeting underway.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Hidri Ottawa, a youth cultural group has reported a successful event yesterday despite numerous attempts to threaten attendees and venues by the criminal organization, Brigade Nโ€™hamedu. The brigade has no limits on who they threaten with violence. @OttawaPolice we urge you to
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
The Eritrean-Canadian community in Toronto concluded their public meeting by giving a clear mandate to the organizations representing them. The energy and resolve of the community was impressive, unequivocal and decisive. 1. There is no compromise on seeking justice for the
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
Deeply concerning incitement of violence and terrorism by members of Brigade Nโ€™Hamedu. The video clip below demonstrates three main points. 1. They identify as Tigrayans (Ethiopian ethnic group) and not as Eritreans. 2. They are calling for suicide bombings of Eritrean
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
This weekend, the Eritrean-Canadian community will celebrate the decades old annual Eritrean Festival. This family oriented event has been threatened by a violent group known as โ€œBrigade Nโ€™hameduโ€ (death brigade). We ask that the 13th and 52nd divisions of @TPSOperations
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
Preparations underway for the Eritrean Festival in Western Canada hosted in Edmonton, Alberta. We wish you a joyous and peaceful event!
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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We stand with our Ethiopian brothers and sisters! Letโ€™s show our support for a shared objective of peace and security in the Horn of Africa. #EritreaPrevails #EthiopiaPrevails @ECNAS_CA @CBCToronto
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Despite countless videos and testimonies from witnesses, Brigade Nโ€™hameduโ€™s blatant, overt and terrorizing assault on the Eritrean community in Canada has not received the appropriate attention from law enforcement. In this video, the Brigade Nโ€™hamedu members in blue shirts begin
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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โ€œDo not go and have another demonstration at the Eritrean embassy unless youโ€™re going to burn it downโ€ - Martin Plaut @Safety_Canada
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G. Drar
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This playbook provides them with the instructions on how to get featured in the news, and they executed it as they were told. #Eritrea #Africa #Tigray #WakeUp
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Todayโ€™s violent attack against Eritreans at the Opera house in the Netherlands was instigated by this Facebook message from a man who was allowed entry into Canada a few weeks ago to inspire similar violent demonstrations. @GAC_Corporate @Safety_Canada @melaniejoly @CanBorder
@ProEritrea
F-rem Si ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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@_owenobrien_ FYI The leader the terrorist group
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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An assault against the flag is an assault against the people and the sacrifices made for independence. @Ternafi @SebleEphrem
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
Here @TorontoPolice can be seen escorting a woman from a group of men who clearly attempt to confront or harm as she attempted to enter the concert for the Eritrean festival.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Itโ€™s time to protect our community. Sign the petition.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
3 years
Not a single African country! This is another example of the institutionalized and unjustified scrutiny on Africa by international organizations. Why is Africa always the target? @ECNAS_CA @GleanEthiopia
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EU at the UN - Geneva #MultilateralismMatters
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Today, over 50 countries have requested to hold a Special Session on the grave situation in #Ethiopia . "The Human Rights Council has to stand up to its responsibilities," says EU ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บAmbassador Lotte Knudsen. #SS33
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Congrats to the Eritrean community in the Greater Toronto Area for carrying out a safe celebration of the 34th anniversary of Operation Fenkil. Young, old, women and men are faces of a community; a community which has celebrated in peace for over 3 decades in Canada.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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These Brigade Nโ€™hamedu terrorists can be seen tearing down a vendorโ€™s tent at the 2023 Eritrean Festival in Toronto last summer. They remain scot-free and emboldened to harm our community and vendors. โฆ @TPSMyronDemkiw โฉ
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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The National Union of Eritrean Women in Toronto, Canada marked the 38th anniversary of their celebration of International Womenโ€™s Day on April 6th, 2024. The event garnered significant attendance from members of the Eritrean community in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Well done
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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๐Ÿ“ฃIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: The Eritrean National Holidays Organizing Committee in Toronto issued a statement in relation to the attack against the Festival in Toronto.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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CECCO,ECNAS interviewed by @HermelaTV subcommitteeโ€™s attempt 2 declare genocide based on false information. Lambros Kiriakakos says โ€œthere was no room to challenge the veracity of evidences presentedโ€ Watch Here : @ECNAS_CA @SameerZuberi
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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CECCOโ€™s recommendation: 1. Support Eri-Ethio 2018 Peace and Friendship Agreement. 2. Condemn TPLFโ€™s unprovoked November 2020 attack against the Ethiopian National Defense Forces and Eritrea. 3. Condemn Foreign state and non-state actors who support and arm the TPLF.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: if you have any video evidence, photos and any other pertinent factual information relating to the attack against the Eritrean Festival in Toronto, please direct message us or any of the community leaders in Toronto as soon as possible.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
Hi @maywarren11 , some of the elementary details of this event are inaccurate. One of which is a gross error. You write, โ€œThe event inside the venue saw Eritrean government supporters marking the 30th anniversary of President Isaias Afwerkiโ€™s rise to power.โ€ The event is actually
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Despite the attempts to disrupt this community by the violent Brigade Nโ€™hamedu, UK-Eritreans successfully held their event. Well done!
@ytmn2
Yared Tesfay
9 months
Congratulations ERI-UK โ€” Happening Now in London!! แ‹“แ‹ˆแ‰ต แ‰ฅแŠ“แ‹ญ แˆปแ‹•แ‰ฅแ‹ซ แ‹ˆแ‰ตแˆฉ แŠญแŠ•แˆ•แ‰ แŠ• แŠขแŠ“แข Happy New Year! #DiscoverEritrea
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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โ€œthe U.S. Homeland Securityโ€™s National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism lists at least 19 acts of terror committed by the TPLF since November 2020 alone; 7 of which were in Eritrea.โ€
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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โ€œFurthermore, you failed to effectively challenge any of the witnesses when they alleged Eritreans โ€œrapedโ€, โ€œlootedโ€ and โ€œkilledโ€ civilians. How is it that your committee accepts at face value without any due diligence, the accusations of one group over another? โ€œ
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โ€œWe are Canadians; we are entitled to have a voice before our members of parliament and urge you to maintain the integrity of the subcommittee on international human rights and reverse the course of antagonizing Canadians of Eritrean and Ethiopian heritage in Canada.โ€
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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โ€œHistory has recorded Belgiumโ€™s colonial racism and ethnic favouritism in Rwanda which spawned the genocide of 1994 and we fear your committee is taking Canada on an equally concerning and dangerous trajectory of influencing ethnic polarization.โ€
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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๐Ÿ“ฃIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: The GTECCC has informed that a community-wide public meeting is scheduled to address the incident targeting the Eritrean Festival in Toronto, along with the measures being undertaken by community leaders in response. Furthermore, CECCO and ENHOC are also
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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He added that โ€œthey laid some seeds of discord and an intention to vilify whole societies; the Ethiopian society, the Eritrean society, the Eritrean army, the Ethiopian armyโ€ฆโ€ @HermelaTV @SameerZuberi Watch:
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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NCEA & CECCO joint statement on alarming revenge killings triggered by sensationalized reporting. #Eritrea #Ethiopia #Tigray
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Every time we see the violence against our communities, it reminds us of how it all started. Who will hold the instigators accountable before the law?
@SirakBahlbi
Sirak Bahlbi
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Inciting the terror group 'Birgade nHamedu' to violence @martinplaut instructed 'drowning people in the Mediterranean or demonstrating peacefully is not news. so in order to make the news, you need to burn down the #Eritrean Embassy' @geertwilderspvv @Politie #Netherlands #Hague
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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โ€œWhile we would like to believe your interest and attention on the โ€œcurrent situation in Tigrayโ€ is genuine, your conduct in researching this issue suggests that you are politicizing the suffering and undermining African solutions to African problems.โ€
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
@CP24 the lady who claims to be from Kitchener made a number of outrageous lies this evening on the news. The festival committee would like to correct her false statements. 1. This not a government funded dinner. 2. We have no knowledge of anyone entering in a โ€œlimousineโ€. If
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Todayโ€™s violent protests by the Brigade Nโ€™hamedu in Denmark is further evidence of the threat they pose to society. The tactics described in this news report are identical to their attempts to disrupt and attack the 62nd anniversary celebrations at the Lithuanian House on
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Deeply concerned about the hate speech from Swedish @Liberalerna MP @asaliberal against the #Eritrean community. The inflammatory remarks made to @Expressen calling for the mobilization of Swedish police and immigration departments against Eritreans warrants attention and
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Justice is being served. We hope this serves as a deterrent for those hell bent on attacking innocent communities. Itโ€™s important however to prosecute those who inspire this violence as well.
@Episteme__
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Update: trials, investigations and more September 16, 2023 Riots in Stuttgart by supporters of Brigade Nโ€™hamedu. โ€ข 171 suspects have been identified โ€ข 140 suspects pending further investigation โ€ข 31 suspects awaiting for court date โ€ข 1 sentenced to 4 years jail
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Congrats to the Eritrean community in Sweden for successfully completing their festival despite the attempts to disrupt it.
@ProEritrea
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Mayor @oliviachow & Councillor @BravoDavenport โ€œno showโ€ on meeting victims of Eritrean Festival in Toronto. Read CECCOโ€™s full statement. #accountability #crime #EritreanFestival
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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A Message from the Festival Coordinating Committee: The City of Torontoโ€™s decision to cancel the park permit for the Eritrean Festival is regrettable. This festival has been peaceful and family oriented for the past couple of decades. Whatโ€™s changed is that a violent extremist
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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CECCO met with city officials in Edmonton. Itโ€™s important to note the differences between a riot and a premeditated attack.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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The Coalition of Eritrean Canadian Communities & Organizations has endorsed Saron Gebresellassi for Mayor of the City of Toronto. #TORONTO #MAYOR #CANADA #ERITREA @SaronGeb
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Toronto Police Update
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@SameerZuberi Dear @SameerZuberi , you allowed someone who uttered hate speech to appear as an โ€œexpertโ€ on genocide? โ€”โ€” Kapila said โ€œthere is nothing to learn from Ethiopian historyโ€ฆthese are horrible peopleโ€ #Eritrea #Ethiopia @ECNAS_CA
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Eritrean Festival Toronto Update: Organizers report that the festival opened officially this morning. It is expected to continue through the weekend. Toronto Police Services have cautioned any agitators from attempting to disrupt the event. Violence will not be tolerated. Stay
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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๐Ÿ“ฃ Update: the community meeting hosted by GTECCC will be held at 1573 Bloor Street West on Sunday August 20th at 3:30pm
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
๐Ÿ“ฃIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: The GTECCC has informed that a community-wide public meeting is scheduled to address the incident targeting the Eritrean Festival in Toronto, along with the measures being undertaken by community leaders in response. Furthermore, CECCO and ENHOC are also
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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A job well done to the @CMPD ! Protests should be prevented from being violent. Coddling violent extremist agitators that harass our communities should be dealt with under the law - @TPSMyronDemkiw @neufeld_mark @dannysmythwps
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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CECCO reminded the committee of the 1984 UN General Assembly Declaration on the Right of Peoples to Peace - โ€œlife without war serves as the primary international prerequisite forโ€ฆthe full implementation of the rights and fundamental human freedomsโ€
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Why Are Eritrean Themed Events Being Attacked?
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Zero tolerance for violence. U.S. local police are showing cities around the world how to handle violent organized mobs terrorizing communities! Well done.
@Episteme__
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๐ŸšจCriminals in Charlottesvile, VA behind bars. Blue mobs ๐Ÿคก
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Another violent attack against Eritreans by the infamous Brigade Nโ€™hamedu - now in Stuttgart, Germany. 1. Call them by their name - โ€œdeath brigadeโ€. 2. Cancel their false protests. 3. Arrest and disrupt their violent activities in Europe and North America.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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Thank you @maywarren11 for correcting the factual error in reference to President Isaias. Once again though, September 1st commemorates the start of the liberation movement for Eritrea while May 24th is the official independence. These details matter. We also understand that this
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
Hi @maywarren11 , some of the elementary details of this event are inaccurate. One of which is a gross error. You write, โ€œThe event inside the venue saw Eritrean government supporters marking the 30th anniversary of President Isaias Afwerkiโ€™s rise to power.โ€ The event is actually
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
Our participants did not โ€œclashโ€, they were attacked. We warned the city of the threats made to our festival well in advance.
@CBCNews
CBC News
1 year
The permit for a festival celebrating Toronto's Eritrean community was revoked by the city Saturday after participants clashed with demonstrators in exchanges that sent at least nine people to the hospital.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
CECCO reiterates Councillor Alejandra Bravoโ€™s message condemning intimidation and violence. This community has peacefully held the annual Eritrean Festival in Toronto for nearly 3 decades. The police continue to serve as a deterrent to those who aim to disrupt the festival. The
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Alejandra Bravo
1 year
The situation at Earlscourt Park is ongoing. @TPSOperations , @TTCnotices , and other divisions will be providing further updates.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
3 years
Respectfully @NatashaFatah , ur guest is not an objective source of information on the conflict. We call to your attention, CBCโ€™s Policy on Journalistic Standards and Practices. @ECNAS_CA
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Natasha Fatah
3 years
Ethiopia's government at war with Tigray rebels: Thousands dead Millions displaced No aid can come in 400,000 facing famine @Prof_Awet Weldemichael explains how one of the most stable, prosperous countries in the Horn of Africa got here
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
11 months
Excellent, Canadians of Eritrean origin have been first hand witnesses for the need to protect communities from violent hate groups.
@JustinTrudeau
Justin Trudeau
11 months
Weโ€™re stepping up to protect Canadians who are at risk of hate-motivated crimes. Because nobody in Canada should fear for their safety when spending time at their community centre or going to their place of worship. More details here:
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
6 months
As victims of violent extremists disguised as protestors (Brigade Nโ€™Hamedu), our community shares the frustration of @TPAca & @TorontoPolice . Itโ€™s high time that @oliviachow do something about criminal orgs masking themselves as protestors. Arrest, Charge and Indict all who abuse
@TPAca
Toronto Police Association
6 months
For months our members have worked tirelessly to maintain public safety at hundreds of demonstrations of various sizes. At every event, our members have valued, respected, and upheld everyoneโ€™s Charter rights. But these rights are not unlimited. When those in attendance have
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
2 years
@CanadaFP Itโ€™s regrettable that @CanadaFP has yet to condemn TPLF for starting this conflict in 2020 by murdering ENDF forces in the middle of the night, launching missiles at major cities in Ethiopiaโ€™s Amhara region and various locations in Eritrea including Asmara.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
Detective Chris Monk delivered a short statement on the work of the Toronto Police Service, he highlighted that the investigation is active and ongoing. He asked for the support of the community to provide statements to the police.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
Indeed an attack.
@CityNewsTO
CityNews Toronto
1 year
Toronto police have released images of suspects being sought in connection to violent attacks that took place at a cultural festival at Earlscourt Park in August.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
9 months
Clear evidence of police vs. Brigade Nโ€™hamedu violence in London. Arrest, prosecute and disrupt this organization before itโ€™s too late.
@RMXnews
Remix News & Views
9 months
WATCH: Major civil unrest as Eritrean migrants attack riot police with sticks in Camberwell, south London.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
Thank you Danait Mehreteab for having the courage to speak up despite the ordeal your family had to go through this weekend. We will advocate to ensure the full weight of Canadaโ€™s criminal justice system is felt by the criminals who perpetrated the attack against your dad.
@CP24
CP24
1 year
Woman says her father was โ€˜left for deadโ€™ after violent protest at Eritrean festival in Toronto
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
9 months
The violent extremist group Brigade Nโ€™hamedu are at it again. This time attacking Police. Arrest, prosecute and disrupt this violent organization before itโ€™s too late.
@DaveAtherton20
David Atherton
9 months
๐ŸšจBreaking News๐Ÿšจ In Camberwell South East London, police have been attacked with weapons. It's unclear if the catalyst is Ethiopian vs Eritrean unrest or inter-factional Eritrean violence after the recent elections. However, riot police are in attendance with ambulances.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
11 months
Great development in Eritrea-Canada relations! Cooperation and coordination is key! @GAC_Corporate @EriConsulate ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
@ERIEMBAET
Embassy of Eritrea to Ethiopia
11 months
Mr. Biniam Berhe, Chargรฉ d'affaires en pied of @ERIEMBAET met, on a courtesy call, H.E. Mr. Joshua Tabah, Ambassador of @CanadaEthiopia on 15 November 2023. The two sides exchanged views on enhancing bilateral relations and on pertinent issues of mutual concern. #Eritrea #Canada
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
8 months
Eritrean communities around the world have been attacked since 2023. Perpetrators carrying out the attacks coddled by police and media failing miserably to differentiate between victims and attackers. According to ABC news, โ€œMiddel said a group loyal to Eritrea's government was
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
10 months
Remarks by Lambros Kiriakakos of CECCO in Edmonton today.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
3 years
โ€œThese measures scapegoat Eritrea for the conflict in Ethiopia and are contrary to sovereign equality of states and the power given to the UN Security Council to take collective measuresโ€
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
7 months
Out of all the aggressors, 1 arrest isnโ€™t enough. There needs to be accountability for the violence our community has been subjected to by the Brigade Nโ€™hamedu. Arrest, charge and prosecute the offenders.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
7 months
@Lemlem38755154 The community has provided the police with all the videos and testimony. We encourage you to speak up and advocate for more charges to be laid.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
2 years
We join the NCEA in condemning and calling out @IlhanMN for her selective outrage.
@hawelti
Yemane G. Meskel ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
2 years
Representative Ilhan Omarโ€™s Selective Outrage; NCEA, Sept. 1,2022 "Her untenbale conduct suggests that either she is ill-informed or has chosen to overlook the dangerous acts of the TPLF clique for considerations that we would not like to second guess"
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
There is no planned protest of the Eritrean-Canadian community today. The festival attendees are waiting to enter the facility.
@CTVToronto
CTV Toronto
1 year
Toronto police have blocked several roads downtown as two opposing groups gather to protest.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
8 months
โ€œCHARLOTTE, N.C. โ€“ Eight people were arrested Saturday after a protest spilled into the street and prompted a 10-hour standoff with police, authorities say. Monroe Road was blocked for hours during an โ€œunlawful protestโ€ at an Eritrean cultural event in the 4300 block of Monroe
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
8 months
Arrest, charge and convict those who riot and incite riots against Eritrean communities. โ€œRotterdam man accused of inciting riot at Eritrean event; Several to remain jailed. Police arrested a 28-year-old Rotterdam man accused of inciting people to commit violence ahead of the
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
@AligidirEritrea @TorontoPolice @PPSC_SPPC @Sawa5hager Thank you. We are engaged with TPS and will provide further updates.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
@AligidirEritrea @TorontoPolice @PPSC_SPPC @Sawa5hager There were two other men who attacked our community member in that video just before he got the last blow to the back of the head. We are trying to identify them.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
UPDATE: Festival Committee say the Eritrean-Canadian community has no planned protest today. The people in the white shirts are not counter protestors, they are attendees to the event and organizers waiting to get in.
@CP24
CP24
1 year
Toronto police block downtown roads as two opposing groups protest
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
3 years
โ€œThe actions taken on November 12, 2021 by the United States purport that Eritrea has โ€œundermined the stability and integrity of the Ethiopian stateโ€, however, Ethiopiaโ€™s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on November 13, 2021, denounced the actions as interferenceโ€
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
10 months
Well done Nabil!
@shabait
Ministry of Information, Eritrea
10 months
โ€œDonโ€™t get in Your Own Way to be Successful.โ€ Nebil Rajo By :- Sabrina Solomon Our guest today, Nebil Rajo, was nominated as the best lead actor in Canada. Born in Eritrea and then moving to Canada at a young age, this young and aspiring artist did not take time to blend in
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
10 years
@HonJohnBaird Please listen to the voices of 30 thousand Eritrean-Canadians who want you to keep the Eri Consulate open. #Rights #diplomacy
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
7 years
Thanks to @NevsunNSU for coming to speak to Eritrean-Canadians about responsible mining in #Eritrea . #CECCO
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
The location, date and time of the public meeting will be shared soon.
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
10 years
CECCO Statement before the Subcommittee on International Human Rights http://t.co/GT5KYWrnIr #Canada #Eritrea #humanrights
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
3 years
โ€œAccording to Article 51 of the UN Charter, Eritrea is within its rights to self-defenseโ€
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
1 year
@goldenleaf1985 You can email us at communications @eritreacanada .ca
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CECCO ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ท
5 years
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