Mediation on the Nile: U.S. Reignites Talks Over Ethiopian Dam

President Trump has offered to mediate again in the ongoing dispute over Nile River waters between Egypt, Ethiopia, and Sudan. The controversy centers on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, which Egypt and Sudan view as a threat to water supplies and Ethiopia sees as vital for economic ambitions.

President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi of Egypt has publicly expressed appreciation for U.S. President Donald Trump's willingness to mediate in the longstanding Nile River dispute. The contention stems from Ethiopia's Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, a project both Egypt and Sudan believe threatens their crucial water supplies.

On Saturday, Sisi reiterated Egypt's stance and raised concerns through a post on X, responding to Trump's overtures to restart U.S. mediation efforts. Previously, Trump had indicated he was prepared to intervene to help resolve the disagreement between the nations over the dam.

Ethiopia, Africa's second most populous nation, views the $5 billion dam as a cornerstone of its economic growth strategy, firmly rejecting Egypt's objections. Sudan has shared its own apprehensions about water supply regulation and has supported renewed mediation efforts.

(With inputs from agencies.)