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Heavy fighting between government forces and Fano reported in Mekane Selam
Deutsche Welle · 3 hours ago · Read the Full Story on Deutsche Welle
AI SUMMARY
Residents of Mekane Selam reported heavy fighting between government forces and Fano militants on Monday, resulting in civilian casualties and a temporary halt to daily activities.
- Heavy fighting broke out on Monday shortly after 6:30 AM in and around Mekane Selam in the South Wollo Zone of the Amhara Region.
- The clashes involved government defense forces and Fano militants utilizing heavy weaponry and mechanized artillery, including rockets.
- A young child was killed and her parents were seriously injured when a projectile struck a home in the Goye area of Kebele 03.
- Education, business, and daily routines were disrupted during the conflict, though the town returned to a relative calm by Tuesday morning.
- Local officials could not be reached for official confirmation regarding casualties and property damage.
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