Africa: All of Africa Today - February 23, 2026
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by info@allafrica.com (allAfrica)February 23, 2026
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Tensions between Eritrea and Ethiopia are escalating, with both countries accusing each other of provocative actions. Ethiopia claims it needs access to the Red Sea for trade, while Eritrea sees this as a threat. Violence has surged along their shared border in Tigray, and Ethiopia accuses Eritrea of supplying weapons to rebels in Amhara. Despite Ethiopia's assertion that it seeks dialogue, Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki claims war has already been declared. Their long-standing animosity, including past conflicts from 1998-2000 and 2020-2022,加剧了紧张局势。The presence of Eritrean troops in Tigray further destabilizes the region, while Ethiopia's inability to access the Red Sea adds to the pressure. The International Crisis Group warns that any clash could destabilize the Horn of Africa and draw in neighboring countries.
Somaliland has offered the United States exclusive access to its minerals and military bases as part of an effort to gain international recognition. This move comes after Israel recognized Somaliland in December, despite Somali
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Originally published on AllAfrica on 2/23/2026