Eritrea - They Say, We Say...

Other countries say...

"Landmines and unexploded ordnance remain a serious problem throughout the country. There are reports of accidents and numerous incidents where vehicles and people occasionally detonate mines. Many detonations occurred on relatively well-traveled roads in and near the Gash Barka region of western Eritrea; subsequent investigations indicated that several mines had been laid recently. Vast areas of the country still have not been certified free of mines and unexploded ordnance left over from both the 30-year war for independence and the subsequent 1998-2000 conflict. Americans should avoid walking alone and hiking in riverbeds or areas that local government officials have not certified as safe. " US State Department

"On 6 December 2005, the Government of Eritrea told the UN Mission staff of USA, Canada, Europe and the Russian Federation to leave the Mission within 10 days. The relocation of these personnel to Ethiopia is now complete. You should also be aware that over the weekend of 18-20 November 2005, the UN agencies in Eritrea decided to withdraw families of their personnel in response to the increased tension between Ethiopia and Eritrea over their disputed border. These families left Eritrea by 4 December 2005." UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Eritrea says...

"Eritrea is a secular country, with absolute freedom of belief. Peaceful coexistence and religious harmony have been a part of Eritrea's history for centuries. "Eritrean Embassy in London.