Ethiopian Airlines has suspended flights to Eritrea's capital, Asmara, effective September 3, citing unspecified 'difficult operating conditions' beyond its control. This suspension follows Eritrea's announcement that it would halt all Ethiopian Airlines flights by the end of September, indicating a significant deterioration in relations between the two countries, which had only resumed air connections in 2018 after two decades of conflict. Diplomats suggest that while the situation reflects worsening ties, the risk of renewed conflict remains low. The airline has expressed regret for the inconvenience and stated it would offer rebooking or refunds for affected passengers. The Eritrean government has not publicly commented on the flight suspensions or the conditions leading to them. Ethiopian Airlines continues to list indirect flight options to Asmara despite the suspension.