As tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea escalate, the region of Tigray stands at the heart of a looming conflict, writes one of the leaders of the armed struggle in Tigray against the Derg.
At any moment war between Ethiopia and Eritrea could break out. It will draw in the whole neighbouring region, including Sudan, and the security of the Red Sea will be directly affected. Central to the conduct and outcome of this conflict will be Tigray, which has a substantial, well trained and experienced military.
Under normal circumstances Tigray would stay away from such a conflict and promote peace. We have suffered enough. While the option for peace may be narrowing, leaving war as the only option; all final avenues to avoid conflicts must be perused urgently. Read more