By Hanad Abdi - Reporter
DJIBOUTI, 28 September 2026 Djibouti on Sunday called for de-escalation in Ethiopia and urged that disputes be resolved through dialogue, warning that renewed conflict could undermine the country’s development and regional economic integration.
The Djibouti News Agency (ADI) reported that Djibouti was closely monitoring the situation in Ethiopia and reiterated its commitment to peace and stability in the Horn of Africa.
“Djibouti, committed to peace and stability in the Horn of Africa, calls for de-escalation and the resolution of disputes through dialogue,” the statement said.
Djibouti said it regretted the return of conflict, describing it as a major source of suffering for civilians and a source of instability that could hinder Ethiopia’s development and regional economic integration.
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Djibouti also reiterated its solidarity with the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and the Ethiopian people, expressing support for lasting peace and national cohesion.
The appeal comes amid renewed tensions in northern Ethiopia. Earlier in the week, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) expressed concern over renewed hostilities and called on the parties to cease fighting, exercise restraint and return to direct dialogue.
Djibouti and Ethiopia maintain close economic ties, particularly through transport and energy infrastructure linking landlocked Ethiopia to Djibouti’s ports. Days before the statement, the two countries launched work on new energy infrastructure at Damerjog, including pipelines intended to transport petroleum products to Ethiopia.