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Ethiopia’s foreign minister standing at Chatham House

At Chatham House, Ethiopia’s Red Sea Diplomacy Collided With Its Own Record

Ethiopia's foreign minister, Gedion Timothewos, presented a vision of regional cooperation at Chatham House, but his message clashed with Ethiopia's historical grievances regarding maritime access. The duality of Ethiopia's diplomatic language raises questions about its intention

The U.S. and Egyptian presidents meet during the G7 summit in Évian, France.

Trump Puts Ethiopia’s Nile Gamble Back Under Pressure

Donald Trump’s comments at the G7 summit regarding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam have reignited tensions over the Nile dispute, highlighting the regional implications for Egypt and Sudan. Ethiopia's approach to the dam has raised concerns about its impact on neighboring cou

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Eritrea Rejects Ethiopia’s Pretoria War Narrative

Eritrea has rejected Ethiopia's claims of its involvement in the Pretoria Agreement, asserting that the agreement was solely an Ethiopian affair. Eritrean officials accuse Ethiopia's ruling party of using propaganda to deflect from its internal issues and historical hostilities.

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty received Eritrean Foreign Minister Osman Saleh.

Eritrea and Egypt Deepen Red Sea Cooperation After High-Level Cairo Talks

Eritrea and Egypt have agreed to enhance cooperation in economic, infrastructure, and maritime sectors following high-level talks in Cairo. The discussions reflect a strategic alignment between the two nations amid growing regional interest in the Red Sea corridor.

President of Eritrea Isaias Afwerki and gyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi

Isaias-Sisi Summit Marks Turning Point in Eritrea-Egypt Cooperation

President Isaias Afwerki's three-day visit to Egypt comes at a time when the political geography of the Red Sea and the Horn of Africa is being reshaped by conflict, shifting alliances, economic competition, and growing international interest in one of the world's most strategic

United Nations representatives discussing Eritrea’s development achievements and national progress.

Resilience, Pride, and Promise: How Eritrea Is Building Its Future on Its Own Terms

Thirty-five years after independence, Eritrea’s story is one of resilience, self-reliance, and steady progress—an unconventional development path that is increasingly drawing global attention.

Illustration depicting Ethiopia’s political identity.

Ethiopia’s Political Coma: How a 3,000-Year Myth Fuels Conflict, Division, and Regional Instability

Ethiopia’s political challenges cannot be understood without examining the historical narratives that shape public consciousness. This essay explores how national myths, identity-based ideologies, and competing interpretations of history continue to influence modern political conflicts, regional relations, and debates about sovereignty in the Horn of Africa.

Red Sea coverage and Ethiopian media imagery.

Ethiopia’s Media Machine Has a Red Sea Escape Route

Ethiopian state media obscures internal conflicts while promoting narratives focused on the Red Sea and Eritrea. This strategy diverts attention from pressing issues like war, displacement, and economic challenges, hindering public accountability.

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