Diplomacy
UN Chief Gravely Concerned by Renewed Fighting in Ethiopia
Anadolu · 3 hours ago · Read the Full Story on Anadolu
AI SUMMARY
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed grave concern over renewed fighting in Ethiopia's Tigray, Afar, and Amhara regions, urging an immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to dialogue.
- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed grave concern over renewed fighting in Ethiopia's Tigray, Afar, and Amhara regions.
- Guterres urged all parties to immediately cease hostilities and return to dialogue under the Pretoria Agreement framework.
- The UN chief warned against the risks of escalation undermining regional stability and noted concern regarding reports of Eritrean forces in Ethiopia.
- He reminded regional states of their obligation to refrain from using force against territorial integrity and to respect non-interference principles.
- Guterres urged influential states to support de-escalation and stated his readiness to offer his good offices.
- Ethiopia and Eritrea fought together in the 2020-2022 Tigray war, but relations have since deteriorated due to mutual accusations and Ethiopia's pursuit of Red Sea access through the port of Assab.
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