Ethiopia reports 'all-out invasion' by Eritrean forces

The Ethiopian government has formally declared that it must defend itself against what it describes as an all-out invasion by Eritrean forces. This statement was contained in a letter addressed to the United Nations Security Council, which was shared publicly on Friday.

In the correspondence, Ethiopian officials asserted that the nation has been left with no other option but to engage in defensive measures. The government characterized the ongoing military activity as an unprovoked incursion, framing the response as a necessary action to protect the country’s sovereignty.

The declaration marks a significant escalation in the rhetoric surrounding the regional tensions between the two neighboring nations. By bringing the matter to the attention of the United Nations Security Council, Ethiopia is seeking international acknowledgment of the military situation on its borders.

As of the current reports, there has been no immediate public response from the Eritrean government regarding these allegations. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely as both nations navigate the implications of this formal notification to the Security Council.