Eritrean Information Minister Yemane G. Meskel has issued a strong warning against what he describes as a “war-mongering psychosis” taking hold in certain Ethiopian political circles and online platforms. In a tweet posted on X (formerly Twitter), the minister condemned the rising trend of historical distortion, disregard for international law, and inflammatory rhetoric that he argues are being used to justify illegal actions that could destabilize the region.
“Almost on a daily basis, we see an upsurge of blatant distortion and revisions of ancient, medieval, and modern history of the region; brazen rejection of relevant provisions of international law; and irresponsible recycling of inflammatory propaganda,” Yemane wrote. He warned that these narratives serve only to rationalize actions that threaten peace and security.
The war-mongering psychosis that has apparently gripped certain political circles/Trolls in Ethiopia these days is astounding indeed. Almost on a daily basis, we see an upsurge of blatant distortion and revisions of ancient, medieval and modern history of the region; brazen…
— Yemane G. Meskel 🇪🇷 (@hawelti) March 7, 2025
His comments come amid growing speculation about the possibility of renewed conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea. Some Ethiopian political and military figures, including General Abebe Teklehaymanot, a former commander of the Ethiopian Defense Force, have publicly predicted war between the two nations. In a recent interview, Jobe—as he is known from his TPLF guerrilla days—stated that “the two countries are likely heading to war,” citing military mobilizations and rising tensions.
Jobe’s remarks reflect the very concerns raised by the Eritrean minister. He suggested that Ethiopia might seek war for territorial ambitions, such as seizing the Eritrean port of Assab, or as part of an effort to remove the ruling PFDJ government in Asmara. These justifications mirror the type of revisionist claims and rejection of international agreements that Yemane warned against.
The minister’s statement underscores Eritrea’s growing concerns over what it sees as deliberate efforts to fuel hostility in the region. While Ethiopian officials have yet to respond, his warning has sparked debate online, with some supporting his call for stability while others continue to push narratives that could further escalate tensions.
