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Heavy Fighting Reported Between Government Forces and Fano Militia in Amhara Region
Deutsche Welle · 6 hours ago · Read the Full Story on Deutsche Welle
AI SUMMARY
Heavy fighting between government forces and Fano militia across several areas of the North Shewa Zone in the Amhara region has resulted in civilian casualties and loss of life.
- Heavy fighting broke out between government forces and Fano militia in the Menz areas of the North Shewa Zone, including Mehal Meda, Zemero, and Molale.
- Armed forces entered Mehal Meda town around 9:00 or 10:00 AM on Wednesday after fighting began early in the morning.
- Residents in Mehal Meda reported that at least two to three civilians, including a ninth-grade student and a deacon, were killed by stray bullets during the clashes.
- South Wollo's Mekane Selam town experienced heavy artillery fire yesterday, but returned to peaceful conditions today.
- Residents in the conflict-affected areas remain confined to their homes due to ongoing security concerns and active fighting.
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