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US Lifts Sanctions on Eritrea to Advance Regional Interests

September 19, 2026

Summary

The U.S. lifted sanctions on Eritrea's governing party and military, which were introduced during the Biden administration. This decision is aimed at advancing U.S. regional interests in the Red Sea and follows the lapse of a five-year national emergency over the conflict in Ethiopia.

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  • US Lifts Sanctions Aimed at Eritrea’s Ruling Party and Military

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