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Egyptian Embassy Diplomat Given 48-Hour Deadline to Leave Ethiopia

October 1, 2026

The Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in accordance with the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, has designated Ahmed Maharam Ahmed Soliman, a diplomat at the Egyptian Embassy, as “persona non grata.”

Accordingly, the diplomat is required to leave Ethiopia within 48 hours from the time the notification was issued.

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Eritrea cuts all diplomatic ties with Ethiopia

October 1, 2026

Eritrea said it was breaking diplomatic ties with its neighbour Ethiopia on Thursday, in response to the earlier expulsion of its diplomats from Addis Ababa.

"Eritrea has no option but to reciprocate in kind and sever all diplomatic ties with Ethiopia with all the negative corollaries that this entails," its foreign ministry said in a statement on X.

Ethiopia had earlier on Thursday expelled 10 Eritrean diplomats on Thursday, claiming they posed "a direct threat" to the country's national security.

In a statement shared on Facebook, the Ethiopian foreign ministry "declared ten Eritrean diplomats in Addis Ababa persona non grata for involvement in activities that pose a direct threat to Ethiopia's national security".

The statement added that the ministry had decided close the Ethiopian embassy in Eritrea's capital Asmara, "in response to Eritrea's direct and indirect acts of hostility and belligerence towards Ethiopia".

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Ethiopia decided to close its Embassy in Asmara Eritrea in response to Eritrea’s direct and indirect act of hostility and belligerence against Ethiopia- MoFA

Addis Ababa, October 1, 2026 - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has decided to close its Embassy in Asmara, Eritrea, in response to Eritrea's direct and indirect acts of hostility and belligerence against Ethiopia.

The Ministry has also declared ten Eritrean diplomats in Addis Ababa persona non grata for involvement in activities that pose a direct threat to Ethiopia's national security in breach of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. These diplomats are required to leave Ethiopia within 48 hours.

Ethiopia urges the Eritrean Government to cease all acts that are contrary to the principles governing relations between sovereign states.

Ethiopia values its strong historical, cultural, and people-to-people ties with Eritrea and has consistently prioritized peaceful coexistence, regional stability, and integration.

Ethiopia remains committed to the peaceful resolution of disputes and to working with all countries in the Horn of Africa to advance lasting peace, security, and regional integration.

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🇪🇹 Tigist Asefa: “I will definitely come back to Berlin, and then I will break the world record.”

September 30, 2026 — Ethiopian marathon star Tigst Assefa has sent a powerful message to the athletics world following successful surgery on her right Achilles tendon at a hospital south of Munich.

From her hospital bed, Tigst thanked fans around the world for their tremendous support and concern.

Despite the injury she suffered near the end of the Berlin Marathon, where she won in a course-record 2:11:04, Tigst remains determined to return to competition.

Her message to Berlin is clear: “I will definitely come back to Berlin, and then I will break the world record.” 💪🏽🇪🇹

Wishing our champion a smooth and strong recovery. 🙏🏽❤️

#tigstassefa #ethiopia #berlinmarathon #athletics #marathon #athiopianathletics

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Ethiopia, Kenya: Neighbors by geography, fostering understanding and partnership through dialogue.

#PMOEthiopia

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Model Hasset Dereje Highlights Oromia’s Tourism Potential

September 30, 2026 — Miss World Africa 2025 Hasset Dereje has praised efforts to showcase Oromia’s rich culture, destinations and tourism potential to a wider audience.

Following her participation in the “Visit Oromia” program, Hasset expressed appreciation for Oromia Tourism Commissioner Lelise and her team for their vision and dedication to promoting the region’s tourism sector.

She said she was proud to see Ethiopia’s stories, culture, people and destinations presented with the recognition they deserve, adding that she is excited about the future of tourism in Oromia and Ethiopia.

#HassetDereje #MissWorldAfrica #Oromia #VisitOromia #Ethiopia #EthiopianTourism #Tourism

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Prime Minister Abiy in Kenya for Lamu Refinery Groundbreaking Ceremony

September 30, 2026 — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed arrives in Kenya this morning ahead of the groundbreaking ceremony for the multibillion-dollar Lamu Petroleum Refinery.

The project, backed by the Dangote Group, represents a major expansion of regional energy infrastructure in East Africa. Situated along the strategic Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) corridor, the facility is designed to process crude oil and supply refined petroleum products, including petrol, diesel, and aviation fuel, across neighboring markets.

Once operational, the refinery will strengthen energy security and deepen trade links across East Africa.

#PMOEthiopia

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Full Time: Ethiopia 0–1 Senegal
⚽ 12’ — Ibrahim Mbaye
2027 Africa Cup of Nations – Group Stage Second Match

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PM Abiy welcomes Somalia President Sheikh Hassan Mohamud

September 29, 2026

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed welcomes Somalia President Sheikh Hassan Mohamud at Bole International Airport this morning.

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🇮🇷🇺🇸 Iran agrees to halt uranium enrichment in exchange for US lifting sanctions, Saudi media reports.

September 28, 2026 — Iran has agreed to halt uranium enrichment in exchange for the easing of US sanctions, Saudi news channel Al-Hadath reported on Monday, citing sources with knowledge of the matter.

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