Samora Yunis facts for kids
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Samora Yunis
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Gen. Samora Yunis in 2013
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| Native name |
ሳሞራ መሐመድ ዩንስ
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| Born | 1949 (age 75–76) Tigray Province, Ethiopian Empire |
| Allegiance | Ethiopia |
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Ethiopian National Defence Forces |
| Rank | General |
| Commands held | Chief of General Staff |
| Battles/wars | Ethiopian Civil War Insurgency in Ogaden Eritrean-Ethiopian War Somali Civil War (2006-2009) |
| Chief of General Staff | |
| In office 2001 – 7 June 2008 |
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| Preceded by | General Tsadkan Gebretensae |
| Succeeded by | General Se'are Mekonnen |
Samora Muhammad Yunis (Amharic: ሳሞራ መሐመድ ዩንስ) is a respected military officer from Ethiopia. He was born in the Tigray Region in the northern part of the country. Samora Yunis rose through the ranks to become a very high-ranking general, holding four stars. He was eventually named the Chief of the General Staff for the Ethiopian National Defence Forces in 2001. He served in this important role until 2018.
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Samora Yunis: A Military Leader
Samora Yunis is known for his long career in the Ethiopian military. He played a key role in important events for his country. His journey from a young soldier to a top general shows his dedication.
Early Military Career
General Yunis was part of the military group known as the Ethiopian People's Revolutionary Democratic Front. He fought in several conflicts, helping to shape Ethiopia's history. One notable event was the Battle of Shire in 1989. This battle took place on February 18–19.
Leading the Ethiopian Military
In 2001, Samora Yunis was given a very important job. He became the Chief of General Staff. This means he was the highest-ranking military officer in Ethiopia. He took over from General Tsadkan Gebretensae.
As Chief of General Staff, General Yunis was in charge of the entire Ethiopian military. He helped make big decisions about the country's defense. He served in this role for many years, guiding the armed forces.
Key Responsibilities and Events
During his time as Chief of General Staff, General Yunis was involved in important discussions. For example, in 2007, he was part of a group that met in Jijiga. They discussed how to respond to certain events affecting the country.
General Yunis's time as Chief of General Staff came to an end on June 7, 2018. He was replaced by General Seare Mekonen.
International Recognition
In 2017, General Yunis received a special award from Sudan. He was given the Order of the Two Niles. This award shows that his service was recognized beyond Ethiopia's borders. It is a sign of good relations between the two countries.
