Trump Administration Weighs Easing Eritrea Sanctions To Bolster Red Sea Strategy
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The Trump administration is considering easing U.S. sanctions on Eritrea to strengthen its Red Sea strategy, senior officials said. The Wall Street Journal reported that officials see Eritrea as a strategically vital partner located near the Bab el-Mandeb strait. Easing sanctions could open doors for intelligence sharing, port access, and coordinated maritime patrols against actors who threaten commercial shipping.