This episode of the, "North Eastern Sahel Front From birth to demise Part 2," recounts the Eritrean People's Liberation Front (EPLF)'s defensive strategies and counter-offensives against enemy forces during 1979. It details the EPLF's tactical withdrawals and establishment of new defensive lines, such as the critical North-Eastern Sahel Front, to protect essential resources and personnel. The narrative highlights several significant enemy offensives (third, fourth, and fifth) and the EPLF's successful resistance, often resulting in heavy losses for the aggressors. Furthermore, the text illustrates the EPLF's continuous efforts to weaken enemy supply lines and strategic positions while solidifying their own strongholds, particularly around Nakfa. Ultimately, the source describes the EPLF's persistent and effective defense against repeated assaults, culminating in their victory in the recounted battles.

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This episode of the, "North eastern Sahel Front From birth to demise Part I," offers a historical account of the Eritrean armed struggle for independence against the Ethiopian government, particularly during the late 1970s. It details how the Ethiopian army, weakened by a loss of Western support, eventually received massive military aid from the Soviet Union, leading to a significant power imbalance. The document describes the Eritrean People’s Liberation Front's (EPLF) strategic withdrawal in the face of this overwhelming force and the subsequent establishment and fortification of key defensive fronts, such as the Northeastern Sahel Front and the Nakfa Front, to resist Ethiopian counter-offensives. The narrative highlights the protracted nature of the conflict and the immense sacrifices made by both sides as the war evolved into a sustained struggle.

From Shabait

This episode "March in Eritrea's History," details significant military victories and challenges faced by Eritrea throughout its struggle for independence and sovereignty, particularly focusing on events that occurred in the month of March. It highlights key turning points such as the liberation of Nakfa in 1977 and the decisive Battle of Af’abet in 1988, which significantly shifted the balance of power against the Ethiopian Dergue regime. The source also describes how the Eritrean People's Liberation Front (EPLF) successfully countered various Ethiopian offensives and effectively transitioned from a defensive to an offensive strategy. Furthermore, the text briefly touches upon a later conflict in 1999 where Eritrean youth defended their sovereignty and concludes with a reflection on the cost of these conflicts and a call for peaceful coexistence and cooperation between Eritrea and Ethiopia.

By Habtom Tesfamichael written in Shabait

This part 4 and final episode describes a series of political and military struggles between the EPLF (Eritrean People's Liberation Front) and the Dergue (Ethiopian military junta), mediated by East German authorities. Initially, the discussions in Berlin aimed to find a peaceful resolution, but the Dergue consistently failed to present new proposals and instead focused on propaganda and threats, leading to a large-scale military offensive. Despite internal Eritrean conflicts and external manipulation by the Soviet Union and Sudan, the EPLF remained committed to a peaceful solution, issuing a Referendum Proposal and engaging in subsequent secret exploratory meetings. However, these meetings also faltered due to the Dergue's insistence on secrecy and their unwillingness to present a definitive position, ultimately leading to a dead-end in the peace process.

This epiesode of "The Anti-colonial Political and Military Struggle Part III," sourced from Shabait, offers a historical account of the Eritrean People's Liberation Army (EPLA) and their conflict with the Dergue regime in Ethiopia, particularly focusing on the period from 1983 to 1986. It details various military offensives launched by the Dergue, such as the "Stealth" offensive and "Bahre Negash," and the EPLA's counter-offensives and guerrilla operations, highlighting significant battles like Barentu. The document also discusses the waning power and political bankruptcy of the Dergue, the decreasing foreign support for the regime, and the EPLF's successful military strategy and commitment to a peaceful resolution, despite failed peace talks. Ultimately, it emphasizes the EPLF's transformation into a capable people's army and their unwavering dedication to Eritrean independence.

This episode of, "The anti-colonial political and military struggle Part II," chronicles the Eritrean People's Liberation Front's (EPLF) fight against the Dergue regime. It highlights how both Haile Selassie and the Dergue sought foreign aid to maintain their empire, with the Dergue eventually aligning with the Soviet Union after the US hesitated. This Soviet intervention significantly bolstered the Dergue's military capabilities and fueled its regional ambitions, leading to widespread destruction and prolonged conflict. The text details the EPLF's strategic military responses, including successful offensives and a crucial strategic withdrawal, to counter the heavily armed Dergue and its allies. Finally, it describes the EPLF's resilience in the face of massive Dergue offensives, demonstrating their growing military strength and political impact despite overwhelming odds.

This episode, "The anti-colonial political and military struggle," offers a critical analysis of the Ethiopian colonial regimes, specifically focusing on the Haile Selassie and Dergue eras. It argues that both regimes, despite superficial differences, were driven by expansionist ambitions and sought to suppress the national rights of various peoples, particularly the Eritreans. The source highlights how the Dergue regime, while initially appearing to offer change through slogans like "Ethiopia Tikdem" and "Ethiopian Socialism," ultimately employed brutal tactics like the "Red Terror" to consolidate power and crush internal and external opposition. Ultimately, the text concludes that the Dergue's actions, including its feigned peace initiatives regarding Eritrea, were a continuation of the previous regime's failed empire-building mission, resulting in significant destruction and bloodshed without addressing fundamental democratic and nationality questions.

This is episode from Shabait is an overview of the significance of Nakfa in the Eritrean struggle for independence. It highlights how the trenches around Nakfa served as an impenetrable defense against the Derge regime's forces, even in the face of overwhelming odds. The article explains the unique names given to these trenches, such as Rigole, Volleyball, and Fernello, illustrating the extreme conditions and unwavering resilience of the Eritrean People's Liberation Front (EPLF) combatants. Furthermore, it describes the transformation of Nakfa from a war-torn area into a developing town with growing infrastructure and services, emphasizing its enduring symbolic importance as the "capital city" of the Eritrean people's fight for liberation. The piece concludes by suggesting Nakfa's potential for tourism due to its historical importance, unique trenches, and favorable climate.

This episode from Shabait explores the profound significance of Nakfa to the Eritrean people, emphasizing its role as a symbol of resistance, perseverance, and the birthplace of Eritrean independence. It details how Nakfa served as a strategic stronghold for the Eritrean People's Liberation Front (EPLF) from 1977 until the nation's liberation, highlighting the ingenious construction of defensive trenches and underground shelters. The source also recounts the failed attempts of the Ethiopian Derg regime to recapture Nakfa, illustrating the resilience of the Eritrean fighters against overwhelming military force and international interference. Ultimately, the text underscores how Nakfa fostered a unique sense of nationalism and became the foundation for the independent State of Eritrea.

This article discusses a pivotal moment in the Eritrean revolution in mid-1978, focusing on the strategic withdrawal of the Eritrean People's Liberation Front (EPLF). Faced with an overwhelming offensive by Ethiopia's Derg regime, which possessed superior numbers and weaponry, the EPLF and Eritrean Liberation Front (ELF) were severely outmatched. The text details the Derg's vast military might and the limited capacities of the Eritrean forces, explaining how the strategic withdrawal allowed the EPLF to preserve its strength and transition to guerrilla warfare. This decision, described as a crucial turning point, ultimately ensured the survival of the independence movement and laid the groundwork for a protracted struggle.

By Azentawi from Zatana