(NNN-AGENCIES) — Rebel fighters in the Tigray region of Ethiopia are continuing to gain ground after recapturing the regional capital Mekelle from government forces. The rebels have now entered the town of Shire, about 140km to the north-west, according to UN officials. Eritrean troops backing the Ethiopian army had earlier abandoned the city. The government has […]
Continue ReadingRebels in Ethiopia’s embattled Tigray region warned Tuesday their troops would seek to destroy the capabilities of Ethiopian and Eritrean forces, despite the Ethiopian government’s declaration of a unilateral cease-fire in the region. The Ethiopian government announced the cease-fire on state media late Monday, saying it would take effect immediately. The announcement came after nearly […]
Continue ReadingRebels in Ethiopia’s embattled Tigray region warned Tuesday their troops would seek to destroy the capabilities of Ethiopian and Eritrean forces, despite the Ethiopian government’s declaration of a unilateral cease-fire in the region. The Ethiopian government announced the cease-fire on state media late Monday, saying it would take effect immediately. The announcement came after nearly […]
Continue Reading(NNN-AGENCIES) — Ethiopia’s federal government on Monday declared a “unilateral ceasefire” in its war-torn Tigray region, state media reported, as rebel fighters entered the regional capital Mekele, sparking celebrations in the streets. The dramatic reversal for Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s forces signalled a turning point in the nearly eight-month-old conflict in Tigray, which the UN […]
Continue ReadingNNA – Ethiopia’s government has declared a ceasefire in its war-torn Tigray region, as rebel fighters claim control of the regional capital Mekelle. Residents reported scenes of jubilation with thousands of people in the streets waving flags and setting off fireworks. The Ethiopian government has not confirmed the loss of the city, nearly eight months […]
Continue ReadingThe following statement by Secretary-General António Guterres was issued today: Recent events in the Tigray region of Ethiopia are extremely worrisome. They demonstrate, once again, that there is no military solution to the crisis. I have just spoken with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and I am hopeful that an effective cessation of hostilities will take […]
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