East Africa: Ban Ki-moon urges restraint by Ethiopia and Eritrea as tensions rise

Voicing his concern at escalating tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called on the two East African neighbours to show maximum restraint and abide by the accords that ended their border war seven years ago. Of particular concern are “recent shooting incidents, as well as the building up of military forces in the border area,” according to a statement issued by Mr. Ban’s spokesperson.