General Tsadkan Gebretensae warns of imminent war between Eritrea and Ethiopia, indicating Tigray could be the battlefield. He cites narrowing peace options and highlights Eritrea’s aggressive tactics. Former President Mulatu Teshome corroborates these concerns, suggesting Eritrea’s actions threaten the peace established by the Pretoria Agreement. Eritrea has dismissed these allegations as baseless.
The Tigray Interim Administration has expressed concern regarding the impending possibility of war between Eritrea and Ethiopia. General Tsadkan Gebretensae, Vice President of the Administration, emphasized that hostilities may begin imminently, potentially turning the Tigray region into a new conflict zone. He articulated that the preparations for war are nearing completion, presenting an alarming forecast for regional stability.
General Tsadkan, who previously served as Chief of Staff of the Ethiopian Defense Forces, declared that conflict is ‘inevitable’ due to escalating hostilities from Asmara. He warned that a war, should it erupt, could ripple across Sudan and the wider Red Sea area. Despite the Tigray region’s desire for peace, he indicated that the likelihood for a peaceful resolution is diminishing.
He noted a weakening alliance between Ethiopia and Eritrea, particularly following the Pretoria agreement that had halted hostilities in Tigray. As preparations for conflict draw closer, he cautioned that it may soon become challenging to prevent escalation. Tsadkan further criticized Eritrea for its aggressive behavior toward neighboring countries, specifically regarding its ambitions in Tigray.
The general suggested that some Tigrayan leaders view Eritrea as a means to eliminate Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, only to potentially revert against Eritrea afterward. He denounced their pursuit of power, implying a disregard for the well-being of the Tigrayan populace. Former Ethiopian President Mulatu Teshome echoed these sentiments, warning that Eritrean maneuvers could jeopardize the fragile peace established by the Pretoria Agreement.
In response to these accusations, Eritrea denied such claims, with Information Minister Yemane G. Meskel branding them as unfounded attacks intended to promote a war agenda. Eritrea contended that the root of regional issues lies within Ethiopia itself, reiterating its non-engagement in Ethiopia’s internal disputes and highlighting the Pretoria Agreement as a purely domestic affair.
The potential for renewed conflict between Eritrea and Ethiopia has escalated, with General Tsadkan’s statements underscoring the grave consequences of ongoing hostilities. As both political leaders and analysts warn of impending war, the need for dialogue and stability remains critical. The rising tensions serve as a reminder of the fragility of peace in the region and the complex interplay of local and national interests.
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