
F and TPLF, provides both governments with … long simmering conflict with Ethiopia, even as the two countries are led by former allies from the leadership of the EPLF and TPLF, provides both governments with the excuse to maintain control over the press and populace, including the terrible national conscription in Eritrea which saps the hope and energy of its youth. The human rights issues of both countries will not be resolved without resolving this conflict. Thi…