Diplomacy

5 Actions Taken by the US Regarding the Northern Ethiopia Conflict

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This article outlines five actions taken by the United States before and after the resumption of conflict in northern Ethiopia.

The United States announced the lifting of the arms embargo previously imposed on Ethiopia on May 11.
The decision allows Ethiopia to purchase, import, and export defense and security materials and services.
The US previously imposed visa restrictions on TPLF members and their immediate families last June due to their involvement in destabilizing peace.
At the request of the US, the UN Security Council held a closed-door meeting to discuss the situation between Ethiopia and Eritrea.
US Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin Massinga criticized TPLF leaders for launching a large-scale offensive following the resumption of the war.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a telephone conversation regarding escalating tensions with Eritrea.