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What is the African Union's role?
The African Union (AU) is a continental body promoting unity and security among its 55 member states. It can intervene in member states under certain circumstances, such as war crimes or genocide, and has its own standby force. Its call for restraint alongside the EU highlights regional efforts to prevent wider conflict in Ethiopia.
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