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US lifts sanctions on Eritrean Defense Forces, signaling policy shift
Asharq Al-Awsat·US · ER·2 days ago
The US has lifted sanctions on Eritrea's ruling party and military, imposed under the Biden administration, citing regional interests in the Red Sea. This marks a policy reversal that likely aims to secure Eritrean cooperation amid Red Sea security challenges. The move signals a shift in US posture toward the Horn of Africa, though Eritrea's response and concrete security commitments remain uncertain.
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The US Treasury has lifted sanctions on Eritrea's military and key entities, reversing prior policy. This move is confirmed and appears to be driven by US strategic interests in the Red Sea, particularly amid the Houthi offensive. Eritrea's response and concrete security commitments remain uncertain.