U.S. Deeply Concerned by Sentence of Ethiopian Journalist

US Department of State Press Statement By Jen Psaki Department Spokesperson Washington, DC The United States is deeply concerned by the October 27 sentencing of Ethiopian journalist Temesgen Desalegn to three years in prison for “provocation and dissemination of inaccurate information.” Freedom of expression and freedom of the press are fundamental elements of a democratic

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Threat from Al-Shabaab against Ethiopia and western interests in Ethiopia

US Embassy The U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa  would like to remind U.S. citizens living or traveling in Ethiopia to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to enhance personal security.   The Embassy continues to receive credible threat reports of Al-Shabaab’s intent and capability to attack Ethiopia and western interests in

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