Washington Update – by Mesfin Mekonen April 22, 2024 A summary of significant news reports regarding Ethiopia is presented below. These reports illustrate a nation in turmoil, struggling with famine, and isolating itself from the global community due to corrupt and incompetent governance. The G7 nations expressed concern in a statement released on April 19 […]
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BUREAU OF DEMOCRACY, HUMAN RIGHTS, AND LABOR EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In November 2022, the government and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front reached an agreement to cease hostilities, effectively putting an end to active conflicts between them. This agreement remained in place throughout the year, although there were ongoing reports of misconduct by Eritrean troops along the
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Residents are said to have been displaced from their homes due to the renewed conflict in northern Ethiopia It has been reported that the displaced individuals sought refuge in the cities of Kobo, North Wolo, and Sekota. A total of 29,000 individuals were reported to have been displaced from Alamata and its neighboring areas. The
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Sisay Mulu The suffering of the Amhara people has been overlooked and downplayed for over thirty years, with their pain being reduced to mere numbers in the face of brutal and systematic violence. Since the TPLF took control in 1991, heartbreaking stories emerged from regions like Arsi, Arba Gugu, painting a grim and urgent picture
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Abiy Ahmed’s disregard for human rights is evident as he employs any means necessary to maintain his power, without showing any respect for the fundamental rights of individuals. General Yilma Merdassa, the leader of Ethiopian Airlines and Ethiopian Air Force, is depicted in the brief video clip showcasing his involvement with the airline. It is
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Amnesty International April 12, 2024 Amnesty International has called for immediate investigations by African and international human rights organizations into the acts of violence committed by the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) in Merawi town, Amhara region. These killings, which occurred during clashes with Fano militias on 29 January, are deemed as war crimes involving
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The timing and symbolism of Prime Minister Abiy’s visit to Rwanda amidst ongoing atrocities within Ethiopia undoubtedly raise questions about the sincerity and significance of his gesture. While commemorating the Rwanda genocide serves as a reminder of the horrors of ethnic violence and the importance of reconciliation, it’s essential to consider the context of Ethiopia’s
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Human Rights Watch April 4, 2024 Urgent action is required to establish a UN inquiry and bring an end to the culture of impunity among abusive commanders. In the Amhara region of Lalibela, Ethiopian Orthodox pilgrims find respite at a campsite, marking a significant moment as the Ethiopian military reestablished authority over the town from
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The Habesha Christian Tadele, a Member of Parliament, Yohannes Buyalew, a member of the Amhara Regional Council, Kassa Teshager, a member of the Addis Abeba City Council, and other defendants accused of terrorism appeared in a closed hearing at the Federal High Court’s Lideta branch on Friday. Out of the 52 individuals charged with terrorism,
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BY GRAHAM PEEBLES The Ethiopia governed by Abiy Ahmed and his Prosperity Party presents a somber and alarming environment, wherein individuals who dare to question the authorities face the peril of violence and apprehension. The Amhara ethnic group are specifically singled out for persecution; the murder of Amhara individuals, regardless of age or gender, happens on
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By KTTC Minnesota. (KTTC) –Right now, a humanitarian crisis is unfolding in Ethiopia. Sen. Tina Smith Calls on Biden to Support Ethiopia Amid Crisis. The war has led to a conflict displacing millions of individuals in the region. Lawmakers, such as those from Minnesota, are now urging President Biden to take action. Senator Tina Smith, along
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By Simon Marks|Blooberg . Ethiopia’s Financial Crisis: Exploring the $11.5 Billion Financing Gap Human Rights Violations: Criticism Against Attacks on Civilians The United States has raised concerns regarding the ongoing human rights violations in Ethiopia, which could potentially affect its chances of receiving financial support from international lenders. This comes as the International Monetary Fund
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