Background On November 4, 2020, conflict broke out in Tigray region, Northern Ethiopia, between the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) and the Ethiopian National Defence Forces (ENDF). One year later, the humanitarian situation remains extremely dire and continues to deteriorate, with severe impact on civilians leading to mass displacement and limiting the delivery of humanitarian […]
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Ministry Announces Plan to Stage Festivals for Diasporas Coming to Ethiopia
Festivals of nations, nationalities of Ethiopia and entertaining as well as educational artistic performances would be presented to the 1 million Ethiopian Diaspora and friends of Ethiopia that respond to the Great Ethiopian Homecoming challenge, according to Ministry of Culture and Sport. Briefing journalists today, Culture and Sport Minister Qejella Merdassa said the festivals would […]
Pope: World Must Be Open to Dialogue to Resolve Conflicts
ROME — On Christmas Day, in his message to the city and the world, Pope Francis stressed the importance of being open to dialogue to resolve the large number of conflicts, crises and disagreements that exist in today’s world. He mentioned Syria, Iraq and Yemen as examples of countries where longstanding conflicts have caused endless […]
Ethio-Russian Relationship Bearing Fresh Fruits in Various Spheres: Prosperity Party Public, Int’l Relations Head
The century-long historical relationship between Ethiopia and Russia has borne fresh fruits in many areas, Bikila Hurisa, Prosperity Party Public and International Relations Head said. In an exclusive interview with ENA, the head stated that the comprehensive partnership between the two countries has been gaining momentum toward ensuring the significant benefits of the nations. […]
Russia Will Support Rehabilitation Efforts in Ethiopia: Ambassador Terekhin
The Russian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Evgeny Terekhin, told ENA that his country will contribute to rehabilitation activities in Ethiopia after getting a clear understanding of the basic and most pressing needs of the public and the damages caused by the conflict. The ambassador said that he understands the extent of destruction on infrastructures due […]
Scholars Need to Defend Ethiopia from Disinformation of Some Western Media, Says PM Advisor
Scholars need to hold series of consultative meetings and find solutions in defending Ethiopia from the coordinated disinformation campaign by some western media outlets, Social Affairs Advisor to the Prime Minister Daniel Kibret said. A consultative meeting under the theme “The Impact of False Information on Ethiopian Diplomacy” is underway in Bahir Dar. […]