Diplomatic Sources Report Escalating Clashes Near Badme on Ethiopia-Eritrea Border as Residents Flee Bombardment
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Border tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea have reportedly escalated into armed conflict. Military units from both countries are said to have confronted each other around the town of Badme, with reports of reciprocal attacks and loud explosions in the area over the past three days.
Diplomatic sources warn of wider war as residents flee bombardment near disputed border town of Badme
Tensions have escalated again between Ethiopia and Eritrea, two neighboring East African countries whose relations have been strained for years. It has been alleged that the countries' military forces are engaged in violent clashes.
War alert in the Horn of Africa! It is claimed that Ethiopian and Eritrean forces have been exchanging attacks for the past three days around the town of Badme on the border. Explosions have been heard in the area, and civilians are reportedly fleeing their homes due to the fighting.
Haber 7 - Breaking news... It is claimed that fierce clashes are taking place between Ethiopian and Eritrean forces around the town of Badme on the border, and that residents in the area have fled their homes.
According to Addis Standard, there have been claims of reciprocal attacks between Ethiopian and Eritrean forces around Badme for the past three days. While residents reported hearing explosions and families leaving the area, ACLED reported that Badme is not under the control of either army.
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