Escalating Tensions and Mutual Accusations Between Ethiopia and Eritrea

Tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea have escalated following mutual accusations of military aggression. Ethiopia informed the UN that Eritrean troops have crossed into the Tigray region, prompting drone strikes in response. Conversely, Eritrea’s Information Minister Yemane Gebremeskel denied these claims, alleging that Ethiopia has been threatening Eritrean sovereignty for over three years to secure access to the Assab port. Diplomatic relations have deteriorated significantly, with both countries closing embassies and expelling diplomats earlier this month. The renewed hostility follows the breakdown of the 2018 peace agreement and complicates the ongoing internal instability in northern Ethiopia.