Eritrean Regime Major Threat to Regional Security: Opposition Green Revolution Movement

Addis Ababa, June 27, 2026 (ENA)— The Eritrean "Green Revolution" political movement has accused the ruling regime in Asmara of posing a major threat to peace and stability in the Horn of Africa, arguing that it has long relied on regional instability and conflict to sustain its grip on power.

In a recent interview with ENA, the movement's chairman, Mohammed Ahmed Asenai, reaffirmed the group's determination to bring an end to decades of authoritarian rule in Eritrea.

He further underlined that the movement is prepared to confront the regime militarily while pursuing comprehensive political change.

Asenai stated that the Government of Eritrea has consistently exploited regional crises to prolong its rule by supporting armed groups and insurgent movements across the Horn of Africa.

"The regime survives on crises and creation of instability throughout the region. It uses this as a means to secure its continued rule by supporting armed groups and insurgent movements across the region," he noted.

According to the Chairman, achieving lasting peace and stability in the Horn of Africa will require addressing Eritrea's internal political crisis.

Discussing the movement's long-term vision, Asenai said the Green Revolution movement is founded on a comprehensive understanding of the structural causes of Eritrea's prolonged political crisis and seeks to deliver broad political and social transformation.

He explained that the name "Green Revolution" symbolizes youth, renewal, hope, and the aspiration to build a future grounded in justice, equality, and the correction of historical imbalances.

On the movement's strategy, Asenai stressed that its distinguishing feature is the combination of a clear political vision with practical organizational and military preparedness.

"At the end of the day, we are military men, and we know the nature of this regime very well. It is driven by a mindset that neither believes in dialogue nor diplomacy and understands only the language of force," the Chairman stated.

While emphasizing that the movement is not seeking to promote chaos, Asenai argued that the nature of the conflict requires responding in ways the regime understands.

He added that the movement is working to establish an independent and well-organized political, economic, social, and military structure capable of representing the diverse interests of Eritrean society within an inclusive national framework.

Developing a viable national model capable of addressing Eritrea's longstanding structural challenges remains the movement's foremost objective in the coming period, according to the Chairman.

Turning to regional relations, Asenai stressed that the historical, geographical, cultural, and social ties between the Ethiopian and Eritrean peoples transcend current political tensions.

He said these enduring connections provide a solid foundation for building a new era of cooperation, economic integration, and shared prosperity once political change takes place in Eritrea.

The Chairman pointed out the movement's strategic vision for transforming the Red Sea from a source of geopolitical rivalry into a platform for economic cooperation and regional stability.

According to him, Ethiopia and Eritrea could develop mutually beneficial partnerships in ports, transportation, logistics, and trade if favorable political conditions emerge.

The future of the Horn of Africa should be anchored in economic integration, regional cooperation, and shared development, Asenai emphasized.

Regarding the movement's vision for maritime corridor, the Chairman said the Red Sea should be regarded as a shared strategic asset that benefits all countries in the region.

"The Red Sea is a blessing that must be utilized in an organized manner to promote economic development and strengthen regional stability and cooperation among the countries of the region."

He further noted that regulating the use of the maritime corridor through transparent and mutually agreed frameworks would facilitate trade, strengthen regional connectivity, and advance shared economic interests.