Israeli President Herzog is in Addis Ababa days after high-level delegations from Turkiye and Saudi Arabia also visited. But beneath the surface, observers say the visit also represents a battle for influence over Addis Ababa, which has received similar high-level delegations from Turkiye and Saudi Arabia in recent days. At the same time, Addis Ababa is also facing tensions with Eritrea, which has moved closer to Somalia and Egypt. Pressure is also mounting on Addis Ababa from countries eager to keep the status quo. So far, it is unclear if Riyadh has recorded any success in influencing Addis Ababa.

Source: Ethiopian News February 25, 2026 11:46 UTC