Security
TPLF Chairman Debretsion Addresses Ongoing Conflict as Tensions Escalate
BBC · 8 hours ago · Read the Full Story on BBC
AI SUMMARY
TPLF Chairman Debretsion Gebremichael stated that a new war has begun in various locations, urging Tigrayans to unite for survival amid escalating fighting and regional diplomatic fallout.
- TPLF Chairman Debretsion GebreMichael stated that a new war has been underway in various locations since last week.
- Debretsion urged the people of Tigray to put their political differences aside and stand up for their survival.
- He stated that Tigrayan forces are fighting in various mobile areas and claimed federal forces occupying parts of Tigray is a deliberate strategic move.
- Brigadier General GebreEgziabher Beyene stated that his peace forces and the ENDF have taken control of several areas in Tigray including Raya, Enderta, Samre, and Tembien.
- Debretsion characterized the war as being conducted with partners and alleged the involvement of foreign countries, particularly naming the UAE.
- Ethiopian Chief of General Staff Field Marshal Berhanu Jula stated that they are fighting forces organized to implement foreign interests.
- Diplomatic relations have severely deteriorated, resulting in Ethiopia and Eritrea severing ties and Ethiopia and Egypt expelling diplomats reciprocally.
- At least 50 people have been reported killed in heavy artillery attacks in and around Alamata over a three-day period.
- Medical organizations like MSF reported a sharp surge in war-wounded patients at hospitals in Korem, Alamata, and Shire.
- The international community, including the US, EU, and UN, has called for an immediate cessation of hostilities due to threats to the Pretoria peace agreement.
Related
Amnesty Urges African Union to Convene Urgent Meeting on Northern Ethiopia Conflict
Wazema · 8 hours ago
Tigray Peace Force Claims it is Near Full Control of Tigray
Wazema · 8 hours ago
Residents Report Dozens Killed in Alamata
Deutsche Welle · 11 hours ago
Oromia Police Announce Road Closures for Irreecha Festival
TIKVAH Ethiopia · 14 hours ago