AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTigray War Escalation: Fighting in Ethiopia’s northern Tigray has surged again, with TPLF forces seizing airports in Mekelle, Axum and Shire and launching attacks into Afar and Amhara, while Ethiopia’s army reports killing 272 TPLF fighters and wounding 260 in a counter-offensive—sparking fears the 2022 Pretoria peace deal is collapsing and that the conflict could widen across the Horn, with Eritrea repeatedly flagged as a potential factor. Diplomatic Pressure: The UN and EU are urging de-escalation and a return to African Union-led mediation as residents stock up on essentials and flights are suspended to affected areas, including Lalibela. Regional Security & Eritrea at the UN: In New York, Eritrea’s Foreign Minister Osman Saleh met UN Secretary-General António Guterres and reiterated Eritrea’s positions on sovereignty, Red Sea security and Bab al-Mandab cooperation. Eritrea Sanctions Debate: A European policy group (EEPA) condemned the US decision to lift targeted sanctions on Eritrea without governance and human-rights conditions, warning it could destabilize the Red Sea corridor. Diaspora & Party Activity: Eritrea’s PFDJ held its annual meeting in Frankfurt, reviewing activities and future programs. Sports Allowances Spillover: Kenya’s Sports Ministry says it has paid Harambee Stars allowances after a standoff and training boycott ahead of AFCON qualifiers against Eritrea.
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