Tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea have escalated after Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos accused Eritrea of military incursions and backing armed groups inside Ethiopian territory.
In a 7 February letter addressed to Eritrean Foreign Minister Osman Saleh, Ethiopia alleged Eritrean troops had occupied parts of their shared border for an extended period. The claims come amid worsening relations following the 2022 Tigray peace agreement, which Eritrea did not sign.
Gedion warned that Eritrean troop movements and alleged cooperation with Ethiopian armed groups risk further regional escalation. He called for Eritrean forces to withdraw and halt support for militants.
Ethiopia also reiterated its interest in diplomatic engagement, including discussions on Red Sea maritime access through Eritrea’s Port of Assab, while stressing the need to respect Ethiopia’s territorial integrity.
Key developments:
• Ethiopia accuses Eritrea of cross-border military aggression
• Concerns rise over renewed conflict in northern Ethiopia
• Addis Ababa signals openness to negotiations on Red Sea access
ℹ️ Reuters
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