Ethiopia faces renewed war as armed groups launch offensive
There are fears of a renewed war in Ethiopia after seven armed groups formed an alliance to overthrow the government.
There are fears of a renewed war in Ethiopia after seven armed groups formed an alliance to overthrow the government.
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TPLF hardliners, backed by Eritrea, are threatening to drag Ethiopia back into a war its people have already rejected.
Announcement from Tigray’s main political party has sparked concern over the potential resumption of a deadly conflict.
Seven of the 10 players that travelled from Eritrea didn’t return home after their 4-1 win over Eswatini on March 31.
Eritrea vs Eswatini on Wednesday will serve as the first AFCON qualifier for the east African nation since 2008.
As tensions escalate between Ethiopia and Eritrea, would new conflict position Addis Ababa against Tigray’s leadership?
In recent months, Addis Ababa has accused Eritrea of supporting rebel fighters on Ethiopian soil.
The attack comes amid fears of a return to conflict following clashes between government troops and Tigrayan forces.
In a letter to the UN, Ethiopia’s foreign minister claims Eritrea is colluding with a Tigray-based opposition group.