Ethiopia has ordered the closure of its embassy in Eritrea and expelled ten Eritrean diplomats, escalating tensions between the two nations. In response, Eritrea has announced it is severing all diplomatic ties with Ethiopia. This action follows reports of blasts heard overnight in Addis Ababa, raising concerns about a potential resurgence of conflict in northern Ethiopia. The reciprocal measures signal a significant deterioration in relations after a period of cautious rapprochement. The move comes amid broader instability in the region and fears that the conflict could widen. The closures and expulsions heighten anxieties regarding a return to hostilities between Ethiopia and Eritrea. These developments suggest a breakdown in recent diplomatic efforts to stabilize the region.