—Africanews
Abiy Ahmed insists Ethiopia will not go to war over sea access
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated that Ethiopia will not go to war over gaining access to the Red Sea, specifically through the Eritrean port of Assab. His remarks come amidst growing concerns over his vision for restoring Ethiopia's sovereign access to the sea. The situation highlights the complex relationship between Ethiopia and Eritrea, with potential implications for regional stability. Abiy's statement aims to alleviate fears of imminent conflict, but the issue remains a point of