Event Third Ethiopian Offensive (Eritrean-Ethiopian War)

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Was an Ethiopian military offensive in Eritrea during the Eritrean-Ethiopian War. .

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  • May 2000: The Ethiopians launched an offensive that broke through the Eritrean lines between Shambuko and Mendefera, and also crossed the Mareb River.
  • May 2000: Eritrean forces evacuated Barentu and fighting continued in Maidema.
  • May 2000: Eritrean forces evacuated Barentu and fighting continued in Maidema.
  • May 2000: By 23 May Ethiopia claimed that its "troops had seized vital command posts in the heavily defended Zalambessa area.
  • May 2000: By 23 May Ethiopia claimed that its "troops had seized vital command posts in the heavily defended Zalambessa area.