The Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) accused guarantors of the Pretoria Peace Agreement, including the US, EU, AU, and UN, of failing to act on commitments and alleged ongoing humanitarian crises in Tigray. The party rejected the Ethiopian election board’s revocation of its legal status and called for full implementation of the agreement, including the removal of occupying forces and the safe return of displaced persons. The Tigray Interim Administration emphasizes efforts to maintain peace.

Russian President Vladimir Putin met Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in Moscow, where officials signed an action plan between Rosatom and Ethiopia’s Electric Power Corporation to develop a nuclear power plant. Senior Russian ministers and Ethiopian officials attended the talks, which covered cooperation in energy, trade, agriculture, healthcare, and defense. Putin described Ethiopia as a long-standing partner since 1898, while Abiy highlighted the importance of strengthening bilateral ties and strategic collaboration.

Ethiopia inaugurated the Grand Renaissance Dam (GERD), Africa’s largest hydroelectric project, expected to generate 15,700 GWh annually and up to US$1 billion in export revenue. The project aims to boost Ethiopia’s economy and expand electricity access for 60 million people. Egypt and Sudan criticized Ethiopia’s unilateral filling of the dam, citing threats to water security. Experts say cooperation could optimize Nile water management, but mistrust and failed negotiations keep the dispute tense.

Ethiopia and Kenya renewed their Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA), the first since 1963, to strengthen regional security and prosperity. Signed in Addis Ababa by ENDF Chief Field Marshal Berhanu Jula and KDF Chief Lt. Gen. Charles Kahariri, the pact enhances interoperability, intelligence sharing, joint training, and counter-terrorism operations. Both countries said the agreement promotes African self-reliance, builds bilateral trust, and supports peace and stability across the Horn of Africa and East Africa.

President Taye Atske-Selassie met Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly in New York to reaffirm Ethiopia–Kuwait ties. The leaders emphasized historic diplomatic relations, pledged to reactivate 12 bilateral agreements, and discussed closer coordination on multilateral issues, including cooperation at the UN Security Council. The talks underline Ethiopia’s diplomatic outreach and efforts to strengthen Gulf partnerships.

President Taye Atske-Selassie urged urgent reform of the UNSC and greater representation for Africa during the 80th UN General Assembly debate. He emphasized addressing inequities in global governance and called for debt cancellation to support the Global South. Taye highlighted Ethiopia’s progress in clean energy with the Grand Renaissance Dam, reaffirmed support for diplomacy and combating terrorism in the Horn of Africa, and emphasized Africa’s growing role in sustainable development and regional security.