Lisa Schlein GENEVA—A United Nations commission is looking into allegations of “widespread and systematic violations” by Eritrean authorities against the country’s citizens.  The investigation follows reports that thousands of Eritreans are fleeing the country each month.  In a statement Thursday, Eritrea said its enemies are encouraging illegal migration and engaging …

A renewed conscription drive in Eritrea has led to a sharp increase in the number of youths fleeing to neighbouring  Ethiopia, a UN refugee agency spokeswoman has told the BBC. More than 6,000 Eritreans had claimed asylum in Ethiopia in the past 37 days, double the rate seen in previous …