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Curfew Imposed in Gambella Following Killings and Clashes
TIKVAH Ethiopia · 2 hours ago · Read the Full Story on TIKVAH Ethiopia
AI SUMMARY
A strict curfew and movement restrictions have been imposed in Gambella city following a series of targeted civilian killings, protests, and armed clashes with security forces.
- Attacks and killings targeting civilians have spread from districts outside Gambella into the regional capital since September.
- Violence has particularly targeted individuals locally referred to as Habesha.
- Four people were killed in Gambella city, adding to prior incidents including the killing of a married couple and attacks on a mother and child.
- Residents live in severe fear, leading to paralyzed government operations and abandoned work.
- Families of victims marched to the Regional Council carrying bodies, prompting clashes with armed groups and security forces.
- Government offices and businesses were burned during the exchange of gunfire, and wounded security personnel are receiving treatment at the hospital.
- The Gambella Regional Police Commission announced a curfew prohibiting the movement of people and vehicles from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM indefinitely.
- Unauthorized carrying of firearms in the city has been strictly prohibited under threat of legal action.
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