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πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

French Writer: These Are the Reasons for the Likelihood of War Between Ethiopia and Eritrea

A French writer warns of a potential resurgence of conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea due to escalating military tensions and shifting regional alliances.

Feb 27 β€’ 17:10 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: All of Africa Today - February 23, 2026

Eritrea and Ethiopia are escalating tensions on their shared border, raising fears of renewed conflict amid accusations of hostility and military preparations from both sides.

Feb 23 β€’ 16:13 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ Aftenposten
World

Report: 3000 Eritrean refugees held by Egypt - reports of torture

A report indicates that over 3000 Eritrean refugees have been arrested in Egypt amid allegations of torture and sexual violence.

Feb 23 β€’ 08:51 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Eritrea: Widening Rift Between Eritrea and Ethiopia Sparks Fear of New Conflict

Eritrea and Ethiopia are preparing for potential warfare as tensions escalate over territorial claims and border violence, particularly in the Tigray region.

Feb 23 β€’ 04:47 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia and Eritrea Are On Edge Again - What's Behind the Growing Risk of War

Ethiopia and Eritrea face renewed tensions that raise fears of potential conflict due to historical disputes and recent political developments.

Feb 23 β€’ 04:41 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ethiopia: Risk of Renewed Conflict Mounts As Troop Movements Reported Near Eritrea-Tigray Border

Ethiopia and Eritrea are increasing military presence near the Tigray border, heightening the potential for renewed conflict in the region.

Feb 21 β€’ 15:10 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Eritrea: President Isaias Afwerki Met and Held Talks With Saudi Deputy Minister

Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki met with Saudi Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Bin Abdulkarim al-Khereiji to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and regional security.

Feb 13 β€’ 10:07 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

UN rights chief urges Ethiopia and Eritrea to de-escalate tensions

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called for urgent steps to de-escalate tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea amid a deteriorating situation in the Tigray region.

Feb 11 β€’ 11:13 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
World

WINTER VACATION IN AFRICA ⟩ One innocent move – and I was given to understand that it could end badly

The author recounts a chaotic arrival experience in Eritrea, an isolated and war-torn country ranking lowest in press freedom globally.

Feb 10 β€’ 17:30 UTC
πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί RT
World

Horn of Africa neighbors at odds over alleged incursions

Tensions are rising between Eritrea and Ethiopia as Eritrea rejects accusations of military aggression and backing armed groups made by Ethiopia's foreign minister.

Feb 10 β€’ 09:33 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Eritrea rejects Ethiopian claims of troops operating inside its borders

Eritrea has denied Ethiopian allegations of troop presence within its territory, rejecting claims as false amid rising tensions in the Horn of Africa.

Feb 9 β€’ 14:38 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Ethiopia-Eritrea tensions: Fears of armed confrontation grow

Ethiopia has called on Eritrea to withdraw its troops from Ethiopian territory amid escalating tensions that could lead to military conflict.

Feb 9 β€’ 11:43 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Verbal War Between Eritrea and Ethiopia

Tensions escalate between Eritrea and Ethiopia as both nations engage in a war of words, with Ethiopia accusing Eritrea of aggression and demanding a withdrawal of Eritrean troops.

Feb 9 β€’ 09:15 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Exchanges of statements followed by military crowds.. Tensions rise between Ethiopia and Eritrea

Tensions are rising between Ethiopia and Eritrea as Ethiopia urges Eritrea to withdraw its troops from Ethiopian territory and stop supporting rebels, accompanied by military buildup on both sides.

Feb 9 β€’ 06:06 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Eritrea: Ethiopia Demands Eritrea 'Immediately Withdraw' Troops From Its Territory

Ethiopia has demanded that Eritrea withdraw its troops from Ethiopian territory amidst escalating tensions between the two nations.

Feb 9 β€’ 04:41 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Increased tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea contribute to a climate of fear in Tigray

In Ethiopia, rising tensions with Eritrea are exacerbating fears among the Tigray population following recent military confrontations.

Feb 9 β€’ 00:10 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Addis Ababa demands Eritrea to withdraw immediately and stop supporting armed groups

Ethiopia has accused Eritrea of aggression and occupying parts of its territory, escalating tensions between the two nations.

Feb 8 β€’ 21:30 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
National & Local

Ethiopia demands Eritrea to immediately withdraw troops from its territory

Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos has demanded that Eritrea withdraw its troops and cease collaboration with rebel groups operating within Ethiopian territory.

Feb 8 β€’ 12:12 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Aftonbladet
National & Local

Ethiopia demands that neighbor withdraw forces

Ethiopia has demanded that Eritrea immediately withdraw its military forces from Ethiopian territory, citing accusations of cooperation with rebel groups in the northern region of Tigray.

Feb 8 β€’ 12:08 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Ethiopia demands Eritrea withdraw troops from its territory

Ethiopia has called for the immediate withdrawal of Eritrean troops from its territory, citing an incursion and collaboration with rebel groups along the border.

Feb 8 β€’ 11:00 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Ethiopian PM accuses Eritrea of committing atrocities during Tigray War

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed accused Eritrea of mass killings during the Tigray War, marking a significant escalation in their strained relationship.

Feb 3 β€’ 19:17 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Die Welt
Crime & Justice

29-Year-Old Stabs in Electronics Store

A 29-year-old Eritrean man committed a stabbing at an electronics store in Ulm, and new details reveal he was previously convicted multiple times and could not be deported due to Eritrea's lack of cooperation.

Jan 16 β€’ 07:37 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Ethiopia seizes thousands of rounds and accuses Eritrea of arming rebels in Amhara

Ethiopia announced the seizure of thousands of rounds of ammunition allegedly sent by Eritrea to rebels in the Amhara region, a claim rejected by Eritrea as false and aimed at justifying the outbreak of war.

Jan 15 β€’ 16:14 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Ethiopian police find 50,000 ammunition rounds sent to rebels by Eritrea

Ethiopian police seized over 56,000 rounds of ammunition sent by Eritrea to support rebels, highlighting escalating tensions between the two nations.

Jan 15 β€’ 15:50 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Sports

The state prohibits them from playing football because it fears they will escape. They are returning after 18 years

Eritrea is set to make a long-awaited return to international football after a five-year absence, confirming participation in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Jan 8 β€’ 15:03 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Sports

They Did Not Play Qualifiers for 18 Years Due to the Crazy Regime in the Country. Now They Are Returning

Eritrea is set to make a long-awaited return to the international football scene after an 18-year absence, confirming participation in the 2027 African Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Jan 8 β€’ 15:03 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Sports

The only country that theoretically could not qualify for the World Cup alongside Russia is coming back

Eritrea is preparing for a long-awaited return to international football after an 18-year absence, confirmed by the Eritrean Football Association as they will compete in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers.

Jan 8 β€’ 15:03 UTC

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