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Ethiopia and Eritrea are on the brink of a full-scale war, driven by internal ethnic conflicts in Ethiopia and historic territorial disputes over the Red Sea coast. The conflict risks drawing in regional powers like the UAE, Israel, Egypt, and Sudan, potentially destabilizing the entire Horn of Africa.
Ethiopia and Eritrea have entered a diplomatic and military standoff over the Tigray region, with both nations accusing the other of initiating war. Addis Ababa claims Eritrean troops advanced 60 kilometers into Ethiopian territory, while Asmara urges the UN to invoke Chapter VII for deterrent measures. Ethiopian forces have seized the Tigray capital, Mekelle, and launched drone strikes against Eritrean positions, as the dispute over Red Sea access intensifies regional tensions.
Ethiopian government forces launched drone attacks against Eritrean troops that crossed into the Tigray region, escalating a conflict that began two weeks ago. While Addis Ababa accuses Asmara of direct military intervention to support the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), Eritrea denies the allegations, framing them as a pretext for Ethiopian aggression over Red Sea access. The violence has severed diplomatic ties between the two nations and raised fears of a wider regional war, particularly concerning China’s economic interests in the Horn of Africa.
Ethiopian federal forces have captured the Tigrayan capital, Mekelle, after rebel groups withdrew, effectively ending the 2022 Pretoria ceasefire. While the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) pledges to continue fighting in rural areas, the conflict risks expanding into a regional war. Neighboring Egypt, Eritrea, Sudan, and Somalia have formed a loose diplomatic bloc to counter Ethiopian ambitions, particularly regarding Red Sea access and the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam. The fighting has triggered a severe humanitarian crisis, with millions facing food insecurity due to drought, blocked aid routes, and looting of relief infrastructure.
Yemeni government forces claim to have neutralized 1,860 Houthi fighters during the 'Dawn of Yemen' campaign, which aims to retake all Houthi-held territory, including the capital Sanaa. The offensive follows recent Houthi missile strikes on Saudi airports, which killed three people. While the government and Saudi-led coalition report significant military gains, including control of strategic mountain positions in Taiz, the Houthis accuse Saudi Arabia of escalating aggression against civilian areas. The conflict has intensified regional tensions, with Turkey and Pakistan agreeing to deploy troops to Saudi Arabia, and the UN expressing deep concern over the sharp escalation in fighting.
Yemen’s internationally recognized government and Saudi Arabia reported coordinated Houthi attacks on Aden airport and Riyadh on October 7, 2026. A missile hit near Aden’s runway, forcing the diversion of a Cairo flight to Jeddah, while Saudi forces intercepted a missile north of Riyadh. These strikes occurred as Saudi-led coalition forces advanced in a counteroffensive to retake the Red Sea port of Mocha and secure the Bab al-Mandeb strait.
Houthi attacks on Saudi airports and an Aramco refinery injured three people, according to AP. The Saudi-led coalition intercepted a ballistic missile north of Riyadh, while Houthi officials claimed successful strikes on King Khalid International Airport and other targets. Fighting in Yemen has killed over 270 personnel in 24 hours, with government forces claiming advances near the Bab al-Mandeb strait despite Houthi denials.
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has reiterated his demand for direct access to the Red Sea as he begins a new five-year term. This assertion coincides with renewed fighting in the Tigray region and escalating diplomatic friction with neighboring states, including Eritrea, Egypt, and Sudan, who have rejected Ethiopia's claims and emphasized coastal state sovereignty.
Saudi-backed Yemeni forces claim to have recaptured the strategic Red Sea port of Mokha from the Houthis in a rapid offensive, while Riyadh, Ankara, and Islamabad agreed to deploy troops and activate deterrence measures following Houthi attacks on two Saudi airports. Brent crude remains near $100 per barrel as markets brace for further Middle East supply disruptions.
Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces have launched 'Operation Dawn of Yemen,' claiming the recapture of the strategic Red Sea port city of Mocha and key positions near the Bab al-Mandeb strait from the Houthis. In response, the Iran-aligned Houthis have intensified missile and drone attacks on Saudi infrastructure, including airports and oil refineries. The escalation has triggered a joint defense response from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, while humanitarian conditions in Yemen continue to deteriorate with rising casualties and displacement.
Yemeni government forces, backed by Saudi air strikes, claim to have retaken the Red Sea city of Mokha and secured the Bab al-Mandab Strait in a major offensive against the Houthis. However, conflicting reports suggest government troops only reached the city's outskirts, while the Houthis deny losing control. The conflict has escalated with Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities and airports, prompting Saudi Arabia to destroy over 300 targets. International reactions include UN condemnation of cross-border attacks and emergency military deployments by Turkey and Pakistan under a joint defense pact. The fighting, part of the broader 'Operation Yemen Dawn,' aims to reclaim all Houthi-held territory but faces significant resistance, with civilian casualties rising and shipping routes remaining disrupted.
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has been sworn in for a new five-year term, during which he reiterated his demand for direct access to the Red Sea. This assertion coincides with renewed military conflict in the Tigray region and escalating diplomatic friction with neighboring states, including Eritrea, Egypt, and Sudan, who have rejected Ethiopia's claims and emphasized coastal state sovereignty.
Saudi-backed Yemeni forces launched 'Operation Yemen Dawn' to retake Houthi-held territory, claiming control of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait and the city of Mokha. The offensive follows Houthi missile strikes on Saudi oil facilities and has revived Yemen’s civil war, causing significant civilian displacement and casualties.
Yemen’s internationally recognized government has launched a major military campaign to retake territory from the Houthis, marking a significant escalation in the civil war. The offensive, backed by Saudi Arabia, aims to restore state authority across the country and secure key Red Sea shipping routes. Fighting has intensified since a 2022 truce collapsed, displacing over 100,000 people and threatening global trade.
Yemen’s internationally recognized government claims full control of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait and the port of Mocha after a major offensive against the Houthis. In response, the Houthis claimed attacks on Riyadh’s King Khalid Airport and an Aramco refinery in Rabigh, though Saudi authorities have not confirmed damage. The Saudi-led coalition reported destroying 324 Houthi targets and thwarting a planned Red Sea attack, while Turkiye and Pakistan agreed to deploy troops to bolster Saudi security.