Ethiopia warns of 'all-out invasion' by Eritrea, vows self-defense
Ethiopia has formally accused Eritrea of launching an 'all-out invasion' in a letter to the UN Security Council, signaling a major escalation in bilateral tensions. The claim is unverified and likely part of a diplomatic offensive, but it raises the risk of renewed large-scale conflict in the Horn of Africa. The international community's response will be critical in determining whether this leads to open war.
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Eritrean Forces Enter Tigray; Ethiopia Threatens Self-Defense, Reports Airstrikes
Eritrean forces have entered Ethiopia's Tigray region, prompting Ethiopia to complain to the UN Security Council and threaten self-defense. Ethiopia has reportedly conducted airstrikes against Eritrean vehicles in northern Ethiopia, marking a direct military confrontation. The scale and intent of the Eritrean incursion remain unclear, with both nations trading accusations.