Diplomacy
Rubio Labels TPLF a Separatist Group and Confirms Addis Ababa Drone Strike
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has described the TPLF as a separatist group, confirmed a drone strike in Addis Ababa, and expressed concern over rising regional tensions.
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the TPLF as a separatist group during a press briefing at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland.
- Rubio confirmed that a drone strike had targeted the capital city of Addis Ababa.
- Residents and diplomatic sources previously reported hearing heavy explosions in Addis Ababa around midnight on October 1.
- Rubio stated that the recent lifting of certain U.S. sanctions on Ethiopia aims to ease Horn of Africa tensions and allow the U.S. to mediate.
- The Secretary expressed serious concern over escalating tensions and troop movements between Ethiopia and Eritrea, warning of a potential wider regional war.
- Rubio held a phone discussion with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on October 14, calling for de-escalation and respect for neighboring countries' sovereignty.
- Washington has increased its diplomatic engagement with Eritrea over recent months to help facilitate effective mediation between the parties.
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