Why Eritrea matters as fighting returns to Tigray
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As fighting resumes in Ethiopia’s Tigray region, Eritrea's strategic importance increases amid the US lifting key sanctions on the country. Concurrent Houthi attacks are impacting Red Sea shipping routes, signaling heightened geopolitical tensions in the area.
The US has removed key sanctions on Eritrea as Houthi attacks disrupt Red Sea shipping and fighting escalates in Ethiopia's Tigray region. Analysts say Eritrea's strategic value is growing.