Ethiopia-Eritrea Tensions Trigger Fears of a Fresh Regional Conflict

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Addis Ababa’s quest for Red Sea access has led to a wave of hostile rhetoric.

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The highlights this week: Ethiopia’s push for maritime access sparks renewed tensions with Eritrea , the military stages a coup in Guinea-Bissau , and Nigerians of all faiths face escalating violence .

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