Eritrean President rejects allegations of anti-Ethiopia Tripartite Pact with Egypt, Somalia

Eritrean President Isaias Afewerki dismissed claims that the October 2024 tripartite agreement with Egypt and Somalia is anti-Ethiopian, calling them “deliberate disinformation.” Speaking in Tigrigna during a two-hour Eri-TV interview Saturday, he emphasized Eritrea’s focus on resolving Ethiopia’s challenges. He defended the alliance with Egypt, stating it aims for dialogue, not confrontation. Ethiopian outlets, including DW Amharic, widely covered the interview, highlighting Isaias' remarks on regional cooperation and Ethiopia’s pressing internal issues.