Sudan has announced the close of its borders between its eastern Kassala State and Ethiopia, following rising tensions between Ethiopian Federal Authorities and the Tigray region.
The governor of Kassala State, Fateh al-Rahman al-Amin, made the announcement, noting that the border will remain closed until further notice.
Governor Fateh who said he would travel to Wad Al Helew, a village in Kassala State bordering Ethiopia and Eritrea, to assess the situation, stressed that Sudanese authorities would not allow any individuals or groups to enter the state with weapons.
Meanwhile Sudan’s Prime Minister, Abdalla Hamdok has had a phone conversation with his Ethiopian counterpart, Abiy Ahmed to express his concerns about the latest developments in Ethiopia.
The Sudanese government have resolved to constitute a committee that will look into dealing with civilians who may seek refuge in Sudanese territory.
