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Adigrat Catholic Eparchy Reports Drone Strike on Aid Truck in Tigray

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The Adigrat Catholic Eparchy reported that a truck carrying humanitarian aid to displaced people in Tigray was struck by a drone.

A humanitarian aid truck was hit by a drone yesterday in an area northwest of Shire Endaselassie in the Tigray region.
The Adigrat Catholic Eparchy announced the incident through an official statement.
The truck was transporting 36,000 metric tons of grain and 5,100 metric tons of oil intended for approximately 56,200 internally displaced persons sheltered in Shire.
The Eparchy called on authorities and other stakeholders to unconditionally ensure the safety of humanitarian vehicles, workers, transit routes, and logistics suppliers.
The Eparchy demanded an end to actions that endanger civilian lives, key infrastructure, and life-saving aid deliveries.
There has been no response from the government regarding the incident.