Eritrea has announced the termination of its diplomatic relations with Ethiopia following the expulsion of 10 Eritrean diplomats from the Ethiopian capital. The move comes as a direct response to Ethiopia’s decision to close its embassy in Asmara and declare the diplomats persona non grata. Eritrea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs accused Ethiopia of pursuing hostile actions, rejecting the Ethiopian claims against it.
Ethiopia’s decision to expel the diplomats was part of a tit-for-tat diplomatic maneuver. The Ethiopian government cited Eritrea’s alleged hostile acts as the reason for the expulsions. In turn, Eritrea accused Ethiopia of escalating tensions and failing to engage in constructive dialogue. The closure of Ethiopia’s embassy in Asmara marks a significant escalation in the already strained relationship between the two nations.
The diplomatic rift between Eritrea and Ethiopia has deepened in recent months. Both countries have accused each other of undermining regional stability. Ethiopia’s recent actions follow a series of border disputes and security concerns. Eritrea’s response underscores its determination to assert its sovereignty and challenge what it perceives as Ethiopian aggression. The situation reflects broader regional tensions and the fragile nature of diplomatic relations in the Horn of Africa.
