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Eritrea: Health Station in Aimen Rendering Commendable Pre-and Post-Delivery Care Service

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:53:41 GMT

[Shabait] Assab - The health station in Aimen administrative area, Southern Red Sea region, is rendering commendable service particularly in pre-and post-delivery service.

Farming Community in Foro Sub-Zone Called Upon to Apply Select Seed

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:53:40 GMT

[Shabait] Foro - The Ministry of Agriculture's branch office in Foro sub-zone called on the farming community to apply select seeds which can better adapt to the climatic condition in the area, and thereby boost production.

Eritrea: Efforts to Improve Living Standard of War - Disabled Veterans in Hagaz Sub-Zone Bear Fruitful Outcome

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:53:37 GMT

[Shabait] Hagaz - Efforts to improve the living standard of war-disabled veterans in Hagaz sub-zone have borne fruitful outcome.

Eritrea: Endeavors to Ensure Equal Opportunity for Hearing-Impaired Nationals Register Encouraging Outcome

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:53:36 GMT

[Shabait] Asmara - At an assessment meeting it conducted, the branch of the Eritrean Association of The Deaf in Central region said that endeavors to ensure equal opportunity for hearing-impaired nationals have registered encouraging outcome.

Exemplarily Farmer Reiterates Readiness to Redouble Efforts

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:53:34 GMT

[Shabait] Segeneiti - Mr. Gebreyesus Asmerom, who is engaged in the cultivation of fruits and vegetables in Seled plain, Segeneiti sub-zone, said that he would step up efforts and make good use of the loan opportunity the Government provides.

Eritrea: Health Service to Mothers and Pregnant Women in Massawa Sub-Zone Registering Satisfactory Outcome

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:01:04 GMT

[Shabait] Massawa - Health service provided to mothers and pregnant women at Amatere Mother and Childcare Center in Massawa has registered satisfactory outcome, reports indicated.The beneficiaries commended the devotion of professionals at the center.

Eritrea: Maulid Al-Nebi Colorfully Celebrated Nationwide

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:59:09 GMT

[Shabait] Asmara - Maulid Al-Nebi was today colorfully celebrated nationwide.

Eritrea: Inhabitants of Golij Sub-Zone Commend Provision of Health Services

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:59:06 GMT

[Shabait] Golij - The inhabitants of Golij sub-zone have commended the provision of health service.

Araeta Subzone - Cultivation in Good Condition

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:59:02 GMT

[Shabait] Assaba - Cultivation in Ra-Bukra, Araeta sub-zone, is in good condition, according to the local inhabitants.

Second Phase Construction of Senafe Hospital in Progress

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:11:18 GMT

[Shabait] Senafe - The second phase of the construction of Senafe Hospital is in progress, according to the supervisors of the project.

Creative and Innovative Youths Hold Exhibition

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:06:13 GMT

[Shabait] Asmara - A 3-day exhibition by creative and innovative youths opened at the Gallery here in the capital focusing on information technology and energy.

Twenty-Six People Die in Bus Accident Along Asmara-Debarwa Road

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:05:41 GMT

[Shabait] Asmara - Twenty-six people, including women and children, died and 3 others sustained serious injury in a bus accident yesterday along the Asmara-Debarwa road. The bus with plate number ER-Code3-02297 was carrying 29 passengers.

Eritrea: Administrator Says Regrouping of Villages Would Be Stepped Up in Ara'ata Sub-Zone

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:04:54 GMT

[Shabait] The Administrator of the Southern Red Sea region, Mr. Ali Mahmoud, said that the process of regrouping villages would be stepped up. He made the statement following a tour of the on-going development sites in Ara'ata sub-zone and a meeting he held with Area administrators.

Eritrea: Inhabitants of Amalait Semi-Urban Center Obtain Potable Water Supply

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:04:25 GMT

[Shabait] Kerkebet - The inhabitants of Amalait semi-urban center, Kerkebet sub-zone, have obtained potable water supply.

Eritrea: Efforts Underway in Haikota Sub-Zone to Boost Agricultural Production

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:02:14 GMT

[Shabait] Haikota - Efforts are underway in Haikota sub-zone to boost agricultural production and develop irrigation farming, stated Mr. Hamed Yosuf, the Administrator.

Eritrea: Loan Extended in Senafe Town Playing Significant Role in Improving Living Standard of Residents

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:01:42 GMT

[Shabait] Senafe - Loan being extended in Senafe town on the part of the Ministry of Labor and Human Welfare is enabling residents to register improvement in their living standard.

Drip Irrigation Put in Place Results in Bumper Yield - Ministry of Agriculture

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:01:47 GMT

[Shabait] Drip irrigation systems put in place throughout the country last year have resulted in bumper yield of fruits and vegetables, an annual assessment meeting conducted on the 2nd and 3rd of February by the Ministry of Agriculture underscored.

Dairy Farm in Dekemhare Steps Up Efforts to Increase Production

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:01:23 GMT

[Shabait] Zack Dairy farm in Dekemhare, which started business in 2008, is stepping up efforts to increase production, according to the manager of the farm Mr. Zekarias Fesehaye.

Hegemony: Potential for war between Ethiopia & Eritrea By Robele Ababya

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:26:31 GMT

The root cause of the ugly internecine war of 1998 - 2000 between Ethiopia and Eritrea that claimed 100, 000 lives, numerous injuries, dislocation of innocent citizens and colossal damage to the economy should be revisited in order to predict whether more of the same would repeat.

Hegemony: Potential for war between Ethiopia & Eritrea By Robele Ababya

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:02:04 GMT

Eritrea: Vigorous Efforts Being Made to Strengthen Forestation, Soil and Water Conservation Projects

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:39:32 GMT

[Shabait] Asmara - As part of the investments made to ensure food security, vigorous efforts are being made to strengthen forestation, soil and water conservation, according to reports.

Nationals Living Abroad Reaffirm Readiness to Reinforce Rebuff

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:37:24 GMT

[Shabait] Asmara - Eritrean nationals living abroad condemned the illegal and unjust sanctions resolution against Eritrea based on baseless allegations and defamation, and reaffirmed readiness to reinforce the national rebuff.

Eritrea: Dekemhare Sub-Zone - Land to Be Allocated for 450 Citizens

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:35:49 GMT

[Shabait] Dekemhare - Land for residential building will be allocated soon for 450 nationals in Dekemhare sub-zone, according to the Administrator of the sub-zone, Mr. Ephrem Gebrekristos.

Inhabitants of Halib-Mentel Express Satisfaction With Work of Service - Rendering Establishments

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:31:28 GMT

[Shabait] Elabered - The putting in place of a number of service-rendering institutions in Halib-Mentel Administrative area, Elabered sub-zone, is making due contribution in improving the living standard of the inhabitants, according to reports.

Inhabitants of Sisima Administrative Area Reiterate Readiness to Back Up Development Program

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:31:26 GMT

[Shabait] Barentu - The inhabitants of the villages of Giega, Balak and Daleko, Sisima administrative area in Barentu sub-zone, expressed readiness to back up the on-going development programs in their locality.

Eritrea: Nationals Residing in Bologna Hold Rebuff Meeting

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:31:19 GMT

[Shabait] Asmara - Eritrean national residing in the Italian city of Bologna voiced determination to enhance contribution to the successful implementation of development programs and strengthen unity, as well as safeguard the nation's sovereignty. They made the pledge in a meeting they conducted on January 29.

Beneficiaries in Adi-Keih Laud Dedication of Newly Assigned Health Personnel

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:29:36 GMT

[Shabait] The newly assigned doctors, nurses and assistant nurses to Adi-Keih Hospital are discharging their duties with dedication, stated the clients. Recalling that the hospital was previously not rendering efficient service due to shortage of skilled manpower, they said that such problems no more at present.

Inhabitants of Kisad Daero Administrative Area Renovate Roads

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 04:47:51 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The inhabitants of Adi-Qiyano, Adi-Bana, Kisad Daero, Laqen, Debarwa sub-zone, renovated 7 Km-long road through popular campaign.

Nationals Residing in Amsterdam Express Readiness to Reinforce the Rebuff

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 04:46:57 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-Eritrean nationals residing in Amsterdam and its environs, Holland, expressed readiness to reinforce the national rebuff and pledged to make due contribution to national development programs.

Vigorous Efforts Made to Meet Demand of Plastic Material

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 04:45:26 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-Vigorous efforts are being made by Massawa Plastic Factory to meet demand of such materials needed in national development endeavors, including the putting in place of infrastructure facilities, stated the Manager of the factory, Mr. Mehari Segid.

Nationals Residing in Copenhagen Hold Rebuff Meeting

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 04:42:32 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-In a rebuff meeting they held, Eritrean nationals residing in Copenhagen, Denmark, expressed resolve to reinforce participation towards success of development programs in the Homeland.

Community in Riyadh City and Environs Hold Sixth Congress

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:21:26 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-Members of the Eritrean community in Riyadh city and its environs, Saudi Arabia, have held the Sixth Congress under the theme "Congress for Resolute Rebuff and Bondage".

Distribution of Power Supply in Golij Creates Viable Environment for Investment

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:21:01 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The distribution of a 24-hour power supply in Golij semi-urban center created viable environment for investment, stated inhabitants and owners of business ventures.

Inhabitants of Berakit Abai Express Satisfaction With Provision of Social Services

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:16:37 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The inhabitants of Berakit Abai administrative area, Segeneiti-sub-zone, have expressed satisfaction with the provision of social services.

Training for Teachers Offered in Sel'a and Kerkebet Sub-Zones

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 03:54:27 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-Training for teachers has been offered in Sel'a and Kerkebet sub-zones. The training dealt with proper handling of school property and documents.

Health Ministry Says It Would Continue Efforts to Develop Manpower

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 03:53:38 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The Ministry of Health said that it would continue endeavors to upgrade manpower according to Dr. Andom Ogbamariam, director general of research and human resource development in the Ministry.

Gerest Agricultural Project Producing Bountiful Tomatoes

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 03:51:47 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The tomato plantation over 105 hectares in Gerset Agricultural Project has produced bountiful tomatoes and is playing significant role in meeting market demand.

Nationals Residing in Goteborg and Its Environs Conduct Meeting On Resolute Rebuff

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:03:01 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-Eritrean nationals residing in Goteborg and its environs, Sweden conducted a meeting on resolute rebuff on 28 January condemning the unjust and illegal UN sanctions resolution against Eritrea.

Eritrea: A Meeting in Debarwa Emphasizes On the Need to Bring About Qualitative Change On Students

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:02:34 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-A meeting held in Debarwa sub-zone, Southern region emphasized the need to focus on bringing about qualitative change on students.

Halibmentel Administrative Area - Efforts Made for Potable Water Supply Register Positive Outcome

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:01:03 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The inhabitants of Halibmentel Administrative area, Elaberid sub-zone, expressed appreciation for the Government's effort to ensure potable water supply to remote areas, and thus improve the living standard of the inhabitants.

Inhabitants of Segeneiti Sub-Zone and Nearby Villages Express Satisfaction With Provision of Electricity Service

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:50:38 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The inhabitants of Segeneiti sub-zone and 15 nearby villages have expressed satisfaction with the provision of electricity service.

Eritrea: Community-Based Sanitation Campaign in Southern Red Sea Region Bearing Fruit

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:49:30 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The introduction of community-based sanitation campaign in the Southern Red Sea region has borne fruitful outcome in controlling communicable diseases and malaria.

Call on Concerned Body to Upgrade Capacity of Massawa Ice Plant

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:38:54 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-Nationals engaged in fishing activities called on the concerned body to upgrade the capacity of Massawa Ice Plant. They said that though the ice product is sold at fair price, the amount is inadequate.

Eritrea: Necessary Options Would Soon Be Made Available for Satellite Broadcast

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:36:20 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The jamming being conducted against Eritrean satellite channels is being further enhanced through additional jamming devices installed in other countries, stated Eng. Daniel Kiflom, technical director of Eri-TV.

Association of Dairy Farmers in Segeneiti Sub-Zone Registers Rapid Production Growth

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:35:18 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The Association of Dairy Farmers in Segeneiti sub-zone has registered rapid production growth over the past 6 years. Reports indicated that the association comprising 400 dairy cattle supplies more than 90,000 litres of milk to the inhabitants of the sub-zone.

Eritrea: Businesses to Enhance Domestic Tourism

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:33:43 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The service-rendering enterprises in Hagaz town have been called upon to enhance their role towards developing domestic tourism.

The Border Issue Has Been Legally Closed and Should Not Be Revisited in Letter and Spirit - Political Analyst

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:51:26 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-Mr. Christian Glaunsinger, a political analyst, said that the Eritrean-Ethiopian border problem has been legally closed with the EEBC's final and binding ruling, as well as the virtual demarcation in accordance with the Algiers Agreement and is a closed case that should not be revisited in letter and spirit as a cause whenever the situation in the Horn of Africa is raised.

Local Tourist Attack State-Backed - Eritrea Opposition

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:11:36 GMT

Sudan Tribune (Paris)-An Eritrean opposition group claims that the attack on tourists in the Afar region of Ethiopia, committed by Eritrea-based Ethiopian rebels, was coordinated by Eritrean intelligence.

Eritrea: Nationals Residing in Northern Germany Conduct Public Meeting

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:16:59 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-Eritrean nationals residing in Northern Germany have conducted meeting in Hamburg City.

Addis says Eritrea manipulating Ethiopian rebel group

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:24:12 GMT

Eritrea is using an Ethiopian rebel group as a "surrogate" to deny responsibility for an incident during which five Europeans were killed and two captured last week, Addis Ababa...

Nation Dismisses UN Report On Eritrea

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:48:03 GMT

Capital FM (Nairobi)-Kenya on Saturday dismissed a report by the United Nations exonerating Eritrea from claims that it funded the Al Shabaab militia with both monetary and ammunitions support against the Kenya defence forces saying it is one sided.

Kenya dismisses UN report on Eritrea

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:31:27 GMT

Kenya on Saturday dismissed a report by the United Nations exonerating Eritrea from claims that it funded the Al Shabaab militia with both monetary and ammunitions support against the Kenya defence forces saying it is one sided.

Ethiopia signals revenge against rival Eritrea after tourists’ killings

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 04:53:34 GMT

The Ethiopian Government has threatened revenge against Eritrea after Tuesday's killing of five tourists in North eastern region of Afar. ...

Nutrition Specialist - Djibouti

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 01:20:42 GMT

The Republic of Djibouti is a mainly Muslim country bordering Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia.

Field Coordinator - Djibouti

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 01:20:41 GMT

The Republic of Djibouti is a mainly Muslim country bordering Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia.

Eritrea rejects blame for tourist attack

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:28:30 GMT

A deadly attack on European tourists along the border between Ethiopia and Eritrea has renewed a war of words between the two rivals, with Asmara rejecting accusations by Addis Ababa that it was behind the violence.

Govt Threatens Eritrea Over Tourist Killings

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:10:19 GMT

Nation (Nairobi)-The Ethiopian Government has threatened revenge against Eritrea after Tuesday's killing of five tourists in North eastern region of Afar.

Ethiopia threatens action against Eritrea after Afar attack

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:07:12 GMT

Ethiopia has warned that it will take action againstA Eritrea A after five tourists were killed by gunmen who are believed to have crossed from the neighbouringA Eritrea.

Eritrea denies it trained Ethiopia tourist killers

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:58:00 GMT

Eritrea is denying claims it trained gunmen who attacked a group of tourists in Ethiopia.

Nation Cuts Hard Currency Carried By Travelers to Ethiopia, Egypt and Eritrea By 50 Percent

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:23:14 GMT

Khartoum - The union of foreign exchange bureaus issued a decision further limiting the amount of hard currency Sudanese travelers can carry with them to Ethiopia, Egypt and Eritrea. The ...

UN Clears Eritrea Over Allegations of Arming Local Rebels

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:06:06 GMT

Sudan Tribune (Paris)-A UN monitoring panel says it has disproved allegations that Eritrea was supplying weapons to Somalia's Al-Shabaab militants towards the end of 2011.

Eritrea Envoy Urges UN to Lift 'Unfair' Sanctions

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 02:21:19 GMT

Eritrea's envoy to the United Nations says his country is vindicated following a recently-released preliminary U.N. report that found insufficient evidence that Asmara provided weapons to Somalia militant group al-Shabab last year.

Ethiopia says Eritrea-trained gunmen killed tourists

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:06:02 GMT

Gunmen have killed five foreign tourists in Ethiopia's remote northern Afar region, after crossing into the Horn of Africa country from neighboring Eritrea which trained and armed the attackers, an Ethiopian official said on Tuesday.

Norway Welcomes Unaccompanied African Children

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:55:00 GMT

Children from Somalia, Sudan, Ethiopia, Eritrea are among 90 who arrived from Libya during last year's conflict

Eritrea Did Not Supply Arms to Al-Shabaab - UN

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 04:56:45 GMT

Monitor (Kampala)-The United Nations has discounted reports that Eritrea supplied weapons to the al-Shabaab to fight Kenyan troops last year.

UN Doubts Claims Eritrea Supplied Weapons to Shabaab

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 04:30:00 GMT

The United Nations has discounted reports that Eritrea supplied weapons to the Al Shabaab to fight Kenyan troops last year. A UN Security Council assessment report for December said investigations ...

UN Doubts Claims Eritrea Supplied Weapons to Shabaab

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 04:01:34 GMT

Nation (Nairobi)-The United Nations has discounted reports that Eritrea supplied weapons to the Al Shabaab to fight Kenyan troops last year.

Eritrea: Asmara Accuses Addis of Jamming Broadcasts

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 10:51:32 GMT

The Eritrean Ministry of information in a statement Thursday warned to take legal action.

Nation Cuts Hard Currency Carried By Travelers to Ethiopia, Egypt and Eritrea By 50 Percent

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 04:19:48 GMT

Khartoum - The union of foreign exchange bureaus issued a decision further limiting the amount of hard currency Sudanese travelers can carry with them to Ethiopia, Egypt and Eritrea. The ...

Sudan: Nation Cuts Hard Currency Carried By Travelers to Ethiopia, Egypt and Eritrea By 50 Percent

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 03:43:56 GMT

Sudan Tribune (Paris)-The union of foreign exchange bureaus issued a decision further limiting the amount of hard currency Sudanese travelers can carry with them to Ethiopia, Egypt and Eritrea.

Eritrea Accuses Ethiopia of Blocking Satellite Transmissions

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:37:24 GMT

Eritrea's government accused neighboring Ethiopia of jamming its satellite broadcasts and threatened to take legal action, the Information Ministry said.

Eritrea: Festival in Australia and New Zealand Conducted Colorfully

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 07:56:58 GMT

Shabait (Asmara)-The 12th Eritrea Festival in Australia and New Zealand was conducted colorfully from January 5 to 8 in the City of Melbourne in which Eritrean nationals and friends took part.

Eritrean President Isaias' latest interview

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:32:24 GMT

Eritrea's President Isaias Afwerki listens to a question during an interview with Reuters in the capital Asmara May 20, 2009.

Angola: Eritrean Athlete Wins Yearend Race

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 10:33:17 GMT

ANGOP (Luanda)-Zersenay Tadese, from Eritrea, won the 56th edition of the Luanda Yearend Race, also dubbed Saint Sylvester.

Eritrea: Nation's Mining Activities Have a Major Comparative Advantage - President Isaias

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 20:35:08 GMT

President Isaias Afwerki said that Eritrea's mining activities have a major comparative advantage both in terms of time and significance as they provide impetus to national economic development programs and their sustainability.

Eritrea: Nation's Mining Activities Have a Major Comparative Advantage - President Isaias

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 10:36:51 GMT

Eritrea: Araeta Sub-Zone - Youth Participation in the National Affairs Commended

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 12:56:22 GMT

The participation of youth in development campaign and agitation activities has been lauded.

Asmara, Eritrea - an African gem

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:56:20 GMT

Asmara, the capital of the country or Eritrea - located on the horn of Africa, boasts the most shining collection of colonial architectural wonders in Africa.

Kenya Will Not Cut Ties With Eritrea Over Shabaab

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 00:58:57 GMT

Nairobi - Kenya has no intentions of severing ties with Eritrea over the suspicion of Eritrea funding the Al Shabaab, top government official has said. Deputy Director at Foreign affairs division ...

Somalia: Kenya Will Not Cut Ties With Eritrea Over Shabaab

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 00:14:24 GMT

Kenya has no intentions of severing ties with Eritrea over the suspicion of Eritrea funding the Al Shabaab, top government official has said.

Somalia: Kenya Will Not Cut Ties With Eritrea Over Shabaab

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:24:15 GMT

Kenya has no intentions of severing ties with Eritrea over the suspicion of Eritrea funding the Al Shabaab, top government official has said.

Africa: Africa Jailed 52 Journalists, Most in Eritrea - CPJ

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:30:01 GMT

There are currently 52 journalists imprisoned in Africa, according to an international press freedom watchdog report, however with more than half of these being jailed in Eritrea.

Eritrea: Security Council Falling Out Means Weaker Sanctions for Country

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 08:16:49 GMT

DISAGREEMENTS AROSE among Security Council members resulting in imposition of a weaker set of sanctions against Eritrea than had originally been advocated by the United States and some of its allies.

UN top organ didn’t censure Eritrea at all

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:25:13 GMT

Small and one of the poorest nations in the world, Eritrea got a reward last week from the United Nations for being, of all things, troublesomely ...

UN Top Organ Didn't Censure Eritrea At All

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 18:27:25 GMT

opinion Small and one of the poorest nations in the world, Eritrea got a reward last week from the United Nations for being, of all things, troublesomely uppity. Last week, the Security Council ...

UN Top Organ Didn't Censure Eritrea At All

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 18:24:58 GMT

Small and one of the poorest nations in the world, Eritrea got a reward last week from the United Nations for being, of all things, troublesomely uppity.

UN Security Council toughens sanctions on Eritrea

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:16:39 GMT

ERITREA: The UN Security Council has toughened sanctions against Eritrea after its East African neighbours accused it of continuing to provide support to Islamist militants.

East Africa: U.S. Supports New Round of Sanctions On the Eritrea

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 11:10:50 GMT

The U.N. Security Council voted December 5 to impose new sanctions on Eritrea after hearing evidence that the East African nation has continued to support extremist groups in the region, in defiance of a Security Council resolution passed two years ago.

East Africa: Security Council Tightens Sanctions Regime on Somalia, Eritrea

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:39:55 GMT

The Security Council today tightened its sanctions regime on Somalia and Eritrea to include individuals and entities identified as political or military leaders recruiting or using child soldiers in Somalia's armed conflicts, and targeting civilians or committing attacks against schools and hospitals in the conflict-torn Horn of Africa country.