Good news… The Trump administration is considering lifting U.S. sanctions on Eritrea as part of efforts to reset diplomatic relations!
It is worth recalling what Hillary Clinton once said about Eritrea, according to U.S. diplomatic cables published by WikiLeaks: Eritrea is a bad example of good governance.!
What she meant reflects a broader Western concern about Eritrea’s model of self-reliance, especially after it rejected foreign aid and NGOs such as USAID in the mid-2000s. It was seen as a bad example for Africa, as other countries might follow the same path and move away from dependence on external assistance.
With the current administration shifting its approach to humanitarian aid in Africa and closing down USAID, it seems the time has come to reconsider and lift these sanctions.
It's matchday! Fighting for a place in the AFCON qualifiers for the first time in 19 years, Eritrea just need to avoid defeat by more than 2 goals. Let's get this done!
🏆 Africa Cup of Nations Preliminary Round
🏟️ Somhlolo National Stadium, Lomamba
⌚️ 15:00 (Kick-off | UTC+1)
Henok literally called his shot this morning! 🗣️ "Make the Eritrea flag and your microphone ready, I’m conquering the final stage."
He delivered EXACTLY that: Best Sprinter AND the Green Jersey! 🇪🇷🔥 Plus, a huge shoutout to Awet Aman for taking Best Rider.
From Afwerki to Abiy Ahmed: You will not reach the Red Sea!
In a televised interview, Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki’s remarks about the alignment of his country’s vision with Egypt’s in protecting the Red Sea as an international waterway represent a strategic message directed at Addis Ababa. Ethiopia has been seeking a maritime outlet through Eritrea or Somalia — a move that threatens regional sovereignty and could heighten border tensions. Afwerki’s statements drew attention to a potential Egyptian–Eritrean–Somali alliance that could hinder Addis Ababa’s ambitions, especially amid ongoing disputes over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), further deepening Ethiopia’s regional isolation.
Afwerki emphasized that responsibility for securing this vital maritime corridor lies solely with the littoral states — Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia, Yemen, Djibouti, and Sudan — and rejected any foreign interventions or military bases, calling them “a pretext for instability.”
More importantly, on the Sudanese crisis, Afwerki stated that the conflict stems from foreign interference aimed at complicating the country’s strategic position. He called on regional states to support the Sudanese people in eliminating external meddling and rebuilding their nation, stressing that Sudan’s stability is key to the stability of the Red Sea and the Horn of Africa.
Afwerki also renewed his criticism of the African Union, saying it has failed to fulfill its role over the past decades due to a mix of internal shortcomings and foreign interference.
President Isaias Afwerki attends the Inauguration Ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum held this evening in Giza on the site overlooking Egypt’s three great pyramids.
Some things in life are bigger than football. Everyone at TAT stands with Sudan and is in solidarity with all victims of this horrific ongoing tragedy. #StopTheGenocide#FreeSudan#LFC#YNWA 🇸🇩🙏
Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki has begun an official five-day visit to Egypt, during which he will take part in the inauguration of the new Egyptian Museum.
He is expected to discuss with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi the situation in Sudan, developments in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea region, as well as bilateral relations.
The principle of respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity is the bedrock of international law.
There is NO provision—none whatsoever—that allows any state to violate another’s sovereignty!
Aggression is an international crime!
#Eri101: Eritrea, the land of resilient, harmonious and industrious people, blessed with strategic location and abundant natural resources, stands as a pillar of peace and stability in the Horn of Africa and Red Sea regions.
The Land of the Can Do People!
#Eri101: On 24th of May 1991, Eritrea got rid of centuries of colonialism and occupation, once and for all!
Henceforth, the Torch of Eritrea's Independence will pass down from one generation to the next till eternity, with every inch of land, sea and air space fully safeguarded!
#Eri101: Unlike the biblical tale of the ‘Walls of Jericho’, incessant sabre-rattling & warmongering 🎺 have the opposite effect on Eritrea — they only strengthen its resolve and determination.
🇪🇷 builds its walls of defense 🧱 with the very stones hurled by its adversaries.
Sudanese Prime Minister and cabinet members are being warmly received in Eritrea, the only neighboring country that does not show hostility toward Sudan