Sudan has threatened punitive measures against Ethiopia, including a possible ban on Ethiopian Airlines using Sudanese airspace.
The warning follows accusations by Port Sudan that Ethiopian drones struck Sudanese territory in February and March.
Sudan described the attacks as a direct violation of its sovereignty and labelled them hostile acts requiring a response.
It emphasised Sudan’s right to defend its territory by all available means, signalling heightened tensions.
Ethiopia rejected the accusations as false and summoned the Sudanese ambassador in Addis Ababa in response to claims.
Addis Ababa affirmed a neutral stance toward Sudan’s ongoing crisis, denying any involvement in attacks on its neighbour.
Ethiopian Airlines faces severe economic strain, cancelling roughly 160 weekly flights to the Middle East amid regional instability.
The airline incurs estimated losses of $137 million per week due to disruptions caused by the war with Iran.
Ethiopia also suffers from a critical fuel shortage, long queues at gas stations, and rising internal unrest in Tigray.
Fano forces have seized control of territories in Amhara, further destabilising the Ethiopian army and complicating regional security.
The escalating diplomatic row between Sudan and Ethiopia adds pressure on both governments, risking wider economic and security consequences.
