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Ethiopian Orthodox Church Synod Condemns Killings in Oromia
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AI SUMMARY
The Holy Synod of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church has strongly condemned the killing of dozens of believers and the destruction of property in the Arsi zone of the Oromia region.
- The Holy Synod of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church strongly condemned attacks against believers in districts within the Arsi Zone.
- On October 20 and 24, 14 believers were killed in Angada Kebele, Merite District, and 46 believers were killed in Tareta Chole Birbo, Shirka District.
- The 46 victims killed in Shirka District on Saturday, October 14, were buried in a single grave at a local church.
- The homes of 20 believers were completely burned down, and over 20 people sustained serious injuries and were hospitalized.
- The Church demanded that relevant government authorities publicly condemn the killings, ensure constitutional rights to life and worship, and bring perpetrators to justice.
- The Holy Synod decided to hold discussions with senior government officials and established a committee of church fathers, scholars, and legal experts to find a sustainable solution.
- Security forces were urged to provide necessary protection and risk prevention until the situation is resolved.
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