Military tension between the neighbouring states of Ethiopia and Eritrea has seen both reportedly mobilising their armies to their shared border areas. However, a video posted on Facebook purporting to show the Ethiopian army entering Eritrea has been altered. The original shows the Ethiopian army parading in the centre of the capital, Addis Ababa, in 2023. The footage shows an Ethiopian military parade featuring heavy artillery and an airshow performance in the presence of former Ethiopian president Sahle-Work Zewde, the defence chief of staff, and others. Distinct landmarks, including the square itself, the prominent light rail bridges, and the Wegagen Bank headquarters in the background, match those seen in the original video.

Source: Ethiopian News February 27, 2026 16:22 UTC