Mediators in Addis-Tigray conflict frustrated by new violence, Eritrea

Ethiopia

Farmers walk next to a tank abandoned along the road in Dansa, southwest of Mekele in Tigray region, Ethiopia, last year. PHOTO | AFP

Mediators of the Ethiopia-Tigray conflict are expressing frustration at the unpredictable nature of the war, following fresh allegations of Eritrean involvement.

Just a few weeks ago, talks on a peaceful solution seemed possible. But this week, US Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, Mike Hammer, said at media briefing that he is unsure how soon parties will lay down their arms.