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France Expresses Concern Over Tigray Situation as UK Condemns TDF Attacks

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France Expresses Concern Over Tigray Situation as UK Condemns TDF Attacks
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France and the UK have expressed deep concern and condemned recent escalations and attacks by TPLF/TDF forces in the Tigray, Afar, and Amhara regions.

  • France expressed deep concern over the escalating situation in northern Ethiopia's Tigray region.
  • France condemned the seizure of airports in Mekelle, Aksum, and Shire by TPLF forces, as well as attacks in the Afar and Amhara regions.
  • France reiterated its support for African Union mediation efforts led by Olusegun Obasanjo to implement the Pretoria Agreement.
  • The UK condemned TDF attacks in Afar and southern Tigray, alongside the seizure of regional airports.
  • The UK stated it does not support or accept the 'Coalition for Survival' and its aim to overthrow the Ethiopian government.
  • Senior UK official Kirsty McNeill stated that the Ethiopian people cannot afford a return to war and urged immediate de-escalation.