Nationals in Saudi Arabia Commemorate 65th Anniversary of Bahti Meskerem

Asmara, 31 August 2026 – Eritrean nationals residing in the Saudi Arabian cities of Riyadh, Jeddah, and Al-Namas commemorated the 65th anniversary of the beginning of Eritrea’s armed struggle for independence with patriotic zeal on 27 August.

At the commemorative event in Riyadh, Mr. Tesfay Tekle, chairman of the Eritrean community in Riyadh and its environs, provided a briefing on the historical background of the day. He said that preserving and developing the independence achieved through 30 years of arduous struggle and immense sacrifice is the responsibility of generations.

Ms. Weini Gerezgihier, Chargé d’Affaires at the Eritrean Embassy, noted that the armed struggle launched at Mount Adal 65 years ago, in 1961, marked a new stage in the Eritrean people’s peaceful political struggle for independence. She also congratulated the Eritrean people and the its heroic Defense Forces.

At the commemorative event in Jeddah, Mr. Abdurahman Osman, Eritrea’s Consul General, delivered a briefing on the profound significance of the day to the Eritrean people. He also called on the nationals to strengthen their contributions to the National Martyrs Trust Fund and support for the families of martyrs.

A similar program was also organized in the city of Al-Namas.

The events featured cultural and artistic performances depicting the historical significance of the day.