Tensions have escalated since Ethiopia and Eritrea severed diplomatic ties last week, leading both nations to appeal to the UN for intervention. Eritrea has characterized Ethiopia's actions and accusations as a formal declaration of war. This conflict arises as Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed seeks to expand Ethiopia's regional influence and secure seaport access, while the US has issued a security alert advising citizens to reconsider travel to the region.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Ethiopia Recaptures 3 Tigray Cities After First Eritrean Incursion Since September
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The military of Ethiopia has cleared Eritrean troops from the cities of Mekelle, Shire and Adigrat to end a territorial breach that began on October 7. Ethiopia's foreign minister informed the UN Security Council that Eritrean forces had penetrated 60 km into the Tigray region in an all-out invasion, though Eritrea denies the incursion and labels the claims a pretext for war. The Ethiopian army utilized drone strikes near Guada to target Eritrean convoys that had entered the country via the border town of Zelambessa.
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