AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSudan-Ethiopia Tensions: Ethiopia expelled six Sudanese consular staff and closed its Assosa consulate; Sudan has reportedly ordered Ethiopia’s consulate in Gedaref shut and given its diplomats 48 hours to leave. The moves follow mutual accusations of backing armed groups and Sudan’s claims that drones attacked its territory from Ethiopia—allegations Addis Ababa denies. Renewed Conflict: Clashes in northern Ethiopia have escalated, with reports of deaths and displacement as the WHO warns violence is pushing the health system toward collapse. Press Freedom: Authorities suspended independent newspaper The Reporter, adding to concerns over media restrictions. Regional Diplomacy: AU and EU officials met in Addis Ababa to advance cooperation on peace and security, trade, climate and digital governance. Espionage Case: A former U.S. contractor pleaded guilty to passing classified intelligence to Ethiopian officials, which prosecutors say was used in military operations between 2021 and 2023.
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