AU Calls on Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Egypt to Exercise 'Maximum Restraint'

The African Union (AU) Commission has officially called on Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Egypt to exercise 'maximum restraint' amid escalating regional developments. In a formal statement released from Addis Ababa, the Commission urged all three member states to refrain from any actions or statements that could further heighten tensions. The regional body emphasized that unhelpful rhetoric and provocative steps risk undermining broader regional peace and stability in the Horn of Africa and North Africa. Furthermore, the AU underscored the critical importance of preserving existing communication channels among Addis Ababa, Asmara, and Cairo. The statement urged the three nations to address their underlying differences exclusively through established diplomatic avenues and peaceful dialogue to prevent further conflict.