Security

Fighting Continues in Afar and North Wollo Regions

AI SUMMARY

Clashes continue in the Afar and North Wollo regions as regional forces respond to attacks by TPLF militants.

The Afar National Regional State is responding to an attack launched by TPLF militants on the night of September 22, 2026.
The Afar regional government denied claims by the Afar National Democratic Revolutionary Front that it captured the town of Abala.
The Tigray Peace Force deputy commander confirmed that fighting is ongoing in Afar, Kobo, and Sekota.
Afar regional communication bureau head Mohamed Ali stated that defensive operations are underway in areas including Rahale, Megale, and Wasama.
The Ministry of National Defense stated that the TPLF is suffering consequences after attempting to infiltrate areas in the North Wollo Zone.
North-Eastern Command head Lieutenant General Assefa Chokole reported that TPLF forces attempting to infiltrate Tukulesh, Dildiy, Qey Afer, Bereha Mariam, Baybwa, Chiro, and Kube Qeresa were forced to retreat with heavy losses.