Agaezi National Union (ANU) Press Release,

For Immediate Release

Geezawit Ethiopia’s Historic Victories at Gundet and Gura: A Massive Crashing Victory and Symbol for ANU’s Mission.

Celebrating a century and a half of unbreakable sovereignty, unmatched military brilliance, enduring cultural identity, the eternal pride of the Geez civilization, and the unshakable warrior spirit of the Agaezi people: From Gundet (1875) to 2025, Agaezi Ethiopians have carried forward a legacy of resilience, courage, and national dignity that continues to inspire the Greater Horn of Africa and the broader world.

The Agaezi National Union (ANU) honors this historic defense of Geezawit Ethiopia under Emperor Yohannes IVduring the Ethiopian–Egyptian Conflicts of 1875–1876, a period that exemplifies the Might, resilience, strategic brilliance, and sovereignty of the Greater Horn of Africa.

1. Background: In the mid-1870s, Egypt under Khedive Isma’il Pashasought to expand into the Horn of Africa, targeting Massawaand the northern Ethiopian highlands with the goal of controlling the Geez Red Seaand Geezland, including the Nile (Abay) River. Equipped with modern firearms, artillery, and European-trained forces, the Egyptian army posed a significant threat to Ethiopian sovereignty. In response, Emperor Yohannes IV mobilized Geezawit Ethiopia’s forces, united under the banner of defending national independence, the Geez civilization, Geezland, and its rich historical and cultural heritage.
2. Battle of Gundet – 16 November 1875: Location:Gundet Pass, Eritrea–Tigray border of Geezawit Ethiopia. Ethiopian Commanders:Emperor Yohannes IV, Ras Alula
   Egyptian Commander: Raouf Pasha. Key Highlights: Ethiopian forces leveraged terrain advantage to ambush ~6,000–8,000 Egyptian troops. Resulted in a decisive Ethiopian victory, with most of the Egyptian army destroyed. Captured weapons strengthened Ethiopian military capabilities and preserved control of key highland regions.
3. Battle of Gura – 7–10 March 1876: Location:Gura plain, near Massawa of Geezawit Ethiopia. Ethiopian Commanders:Emperor Yohannes IV, Ras Alula. Egyptian Commander: Raouf Pasha. Key Highlights: Egyptian army (~13,000) fortified positions on Gura plain. Ethiopian forces executed a well-coordinated offensive, defeating the Egyptians and forcing their retreat. Cemented Ethiopian control over northern highlands and strategic Red Sea access points.
4. Significance: Preserved Ethiopian sovereignty against a modern foreign power. Strengthened the reputation of Ras Alulaas a military strategist. Maintained Ethiopian influence over strategic ports like Massawa, connecting the highlands to the Red Sea trade routes. Reinforced the Geez civilization, culture, and historical legacy, ensuring its continuity in the region.
5. Role in ANU Political Framework: The Agaezi National Unionviews these historic victories as a blueprint for its mission: Restoring the expansionist Geez civilizationby emphasizing regional unity and sovereignty. Sharing Geez culture and history across the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, reinforcing a common heritage. Political and cultural inspiration: Gundet and Gura demonstrate the importance of strategic foresight, unity, and resilience, guiding ANU’s efforts to revive shared heritage and influence. Promoting the winner spirit of Agaezi Ethiopians as Mighty warriors, exporting the symbol of freedom and independence to communities beyond Africa, including the Caribbean, Asia, and the Middle East.

The ANU celebrates these historical milestones as cornerstones for its mission, reminding all that the preservation of Geez culture,  Geez history, and Geezawit Ethiopia sovereigntywith its Red Sea  is inseparable from political and social unity in the Horn of Africa.

Beginning in the early 1960s, the Horn of Africa entered a period of intense geopolitical competition whereby Egypt initiated a proxy-war against Ethiopia via ELF. Regional rivalries, Cold War pressures, and neighboring states’ strategic interests contributed to interference in Geezawit Ethiopian affairs, including support for various armed groups and political movements. This period of external involvement complicated Ethiopia’s internal dynamics, intensified conflicts, and contributed to long-term political fragmentation. Over the decades, contested narratives of “liberation,” coupled with competing regional agendas, helped shape constitutional and territorial outcomes that continue to influence the region today, including debates over identity, unity, and access to the sea.

One crucial element in the geopolitical history of the Horn of Africa is the influence of the Ottoman Empire over Egypt during the 16th–19th centuries. When Egypt came under Ottoman control, its rulers—including Khedive Isma’il Pasha—operated within the broader political framework shaped by Ottoman ambitions in the region.

The Ottoman expansion into the Red Sea Basin and the Horn of Africa in the 16th century set the stage for centuries of regional instability. Their military incursions weakened local institutions, disrupted the balance of power, and opened pathways for later conflicts. In this turbulent environment, various groups—local, regional, and foreign—took advantage of the fragmentation to launch their own campaigns of expansion.

During these periods, Geezawit Ethiopia faced severe external pressures, including invasions that devastated parts of the highlands and caused long-term damage to its Christian heritage, cultural institutions, and political structures. These conflicts were often intensified by the involvement of foreign advisers, mercenaries, and external powers seeking influence, whether European, Middle Eastern, or American.

The legacy of these centuries—foreign interference, regional rivalries, and shifting alliances—continues to shape the modern political landscape of the Horn of Africa. The Agaezi National Union (ANU) views this history as a reminder of the need for sovereignty, cultural resilience, and a unified Geezawit identity, protected from external manipulation and internal fragmentation.

 Agaezi National Union (ANU) is a new, pragmatic, visionary, and energetic political party struggling to restore our Red Sea and Aksumite Civilization! We are the Agaezi National Union (ANU) Political Party for Greater Geez Ethiopia with its Red Sea!

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