Tigray authorities warned of escalation after a series of alleged military attacks, as confrontational rhetoric from both Tigray and federal actors raised fears that the post-Pretoria crisis could widen.
UMD Media examines the Ashenda in Black campaign, the unresolved questions surrounding the killing of Zewdu Haftu, and what the peaceful demand for justice reveals about power, institutions and civic space in Tigray.
A severe drought is affecting 41 districts and 258 tabias across Tigray, with regional disaster officials reporting crop failure, livestock at risk and disease concerns as renewed war fears threaten to deepen the humanitarian crisis.
Salsay Weyane Tigray condemned the drone strike in Mekelle, accused Ethiopia’s federal government of carrying out the attack, and warned that the incident could push Tigray toward another devastating war.
Salsay Weyane Tigray Condemns Drone Strike on Mekelle, Warns of Renewed War Read More »
Ayder Comprehensive Specialized Hospital reported receiving 13 casualties, including adults and children, following a drone strike in the Daero residential area of Mekelle.
13 Casualties Admitted to Ayder Hospital Following Drone Strike in Mekelle Read More »
A drone strike hit a residential area of Mekelle, injuring civilians including women and children, in what appears to be the first reported drone strike inside the city since the Pretoria Cessation of Hostilities Agreement.
Drone Strike Hits Mekelle Residential Area in Major Post-Pretoria Escalation Read More »
Two drone strikes were reported in Dandera village, around 15 kilometers east of Mekelle, amid growing fears that renewed confrontations could further weaken the Pretoria peace framework.
Two Drone Strikes Reported East of Mekelle as Tensions Rise in Tigray Read More »
Ethiopian author and poet Solomon Sahele Tizazu publicly voiced frustration after licensing authorities banned the official launch of his latest publication one day before the event.
Ethiopian Author Decries Abrupt Cancellation of Book Launch Event Read More »
UMD Media sources say U.S. Ambassador Ervin Massinga challenged TPLF chairman Debretsion Gebremichael over the party’s confrontational rhetoric and its approach to diplomacy amid renewed military tensions.
The Ethiopian government is reportedly preparing conditional pardons for political detainees around Ethiopian New Year, but at least 30 prisoners have refused to sign a document requiring them to acknowledge wrongdoing and accept responsibility for deaths and destruction.
