Abiy Ahmed affirms Ethiopia seeks diplomatic resolution with Eritrea

Ethiopia, a landlocked country in the Horn of Africa, is currently experiencing rising tensions with its neighbor Eritrea due to a power struggle within the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF). Amidst recent political instability, Getachew Reda, Tigray's interim president, has accused rival factions of colluding with Eritrean officials to intensify violence in the region, exacerbating fears of renewed conflict. Previous relations between Ethiopia and Eritrea have been fraught, particularly following the border wars and the civil war in Tigray that ended in late 2022. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has publicly stated that Ethiopia wishes to avoid war, emphasizing the need for negotiation over military action. Despite this, Getachew's allegations and fears regarding Eritrea's involvement signal a precarious situation that might lead to broader regional conflict, especially if neighboring Sudanis drawn in due to historical alliances formed during the prior civil war. The overall humanitarian situation remains dire as millions in Tigray depend on international aid, further complicating Ethiopia's internal challenges. Abiy's comments come as a response to escalating concerns about the potential resurgence of violence due to fragile peace agreements and the historical animosities lingering between the two nations.