Ethiopia says seized ammunition sent by Eritrea to Fano rebels in Amhara
BBC • • world
Key Points:
- Ethiopian police announced the seizure of over 56,000 rounds of ammunition allegedly sent by Eritrea to arm the Fano rebel group in the Amhara region, arresting two suspects linked to the shipment.
- Eritrea denied the accusations, with Information Minister Yemane Gebremeskel accusing Ethiopia's ruling party of fabricating claims to justify a potential war.
- The incident heightens tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea, two neighbors with a history of conflict, including a 1998-2000 border war and involvement in Ethiopia's recent civil war.
- Disputes over Ethiopia's access to the Red Sea have further strained relations, with Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki warning of defense readiness amid accusations from Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy
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