AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEritrea in the Horn spotlight: Ethiopia’s army chief Field Marshal Birhanu Jula renewed accusations that Eritrea, plus Sudan and Egypt, are backing Tigray rebels as fighting spreads beyond Tigray, with reports of rebel gains including the Afar town of Erebti and Ethiopia’s forces claiming the strategic Tigray town of Alamata. Frontline updates: Drone strikes hit Tigrai TV in Mekelle, communications disruptions are reported in Tigray, and humanitarian groups warn displacement could surge as clashes widen into Afar and Amhara. Arts & culture, Meskel: In Asmara, Meskel (Finding of the True Cross) was celebrated nationwide with a major church service led by His Holiness Abune Basilios, broadcast live by Eri-TV and Dimtsi Hafash Radio. Football with Eritrea on the calendar: South Africa’s Bafana Bafana, coached by Pitso Mosimane, opened AFCON 2027 qualifying with a win over Guinea and now turn to Eritrea, with squad depth and injuries shaping preparations.
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