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African Union urges restraint as Egypt, Ethiopia, and Eritrea plunge Horn of Africa into crisis

The African Union Commission expressed deep concern regarding the escalating tensions among Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Egypt, emphasizing that it is closely monitoring developments among the three nations. In an official statement, the AU Commission called on the three member states to exercise maximum restraint and refrain from any actions or statements that could further escalate … The post African…

The African Union Commission has expressed deep concern over the escalating tensions between Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Egypt, which are threatening the stability of the Horn of Africa. In a statement, the AU Commission urged the three nations to exercise maximum restraint and avoid actions or statements that could exacerbate the situation and further destabilize the region.

The Commission emphasized the critical importance of dialogue, peaceful negotiations, and diplomatic channels as the means to resolve all outstanding issues, and affirmed its commitment to supporting efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions and fostering a peaceful resolution among the involved parties. The statement highlighted that constructive engagement and adherence to regional stability are fundamental for ensuring security in the Horn of Africa and the broader continent.

This is the African Union's first official response following the mutual expulsion of diplomats between Cairo and Addis Ababa, as well as Ethiopia's decision to close its embassy in Asmara, expel Eritrean diplomats, and Eritrea's subsequent severance of diplomatic ties with Addis Ababa.

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