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The News
Egypt has declared an Ethiopian diplomat persona non grata and given him 48 hours to leave the country in response to Ethiopia expelling an Egyptian diplomat, according to MENA news agency. The agency reported that Egypt expressed regret over Ethiopia's decision regarding the Egyptian diplomat in Addis Ababa. A senior Egyptian official told MENA that Egypt rejects interference in the internal affairs of other states and is committed to avoiding commenting on developments in Ethiopia and elsewhere in accordance with international law and the United Nations Charter. In retaliation, Egypt has declared an Ethiopian diplomat persona non grata and given him 48 hours to leave the country.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, this tension in Egyptian-Ethiopian relations reflects broader tensions in the region. Relations between the two countries have deteriorated significantly due to disputes over the waters of the Nile River, with Ethiopia's construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam raising concerns in Egypt about its rights to Nile waters. In a broader context, this move signals the escalation of regional tensions and an increase in tensions between major African powers.
