Eritrean troops entered the Tigray region through Zelambessa and moved through the city of Adigrat, 25 km from the border, the first verified presence of their military on Ethiopian soil since September 23. Ethiopia responded by launching drone strikes against Eritrean vehicles at Guada and reported the interception of clandestine shipments of thousands of rounds of ammunition from Asmara. This escalation coincides with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed beginning a second 5 year term and pledging to secure access to a seaport to establish air superiority in the region.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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US Warns of Long Range Attacks Following First Eritrean Incursion Since Sept 23
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Washington has updated its travel advisories for the Horn of Africa, urging Americans to rethink visits to Ethiopia because of the potential for distant military strikes. The United States Department of State warns that citizens should reconsider travel to the nation as hostilities between the opposing governments escalate, creating a risk of conflict that could widen to involve Sudan and Egypt.
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