Targeted Attacks on Amhara Elites: Abiy Ahmed’s Genocidal Campaign

The intentional and systematic assault on Amhara elites under the regime of Abiy Ahmed represents a stark illustration of the wider genocidal efforts directed at the Amhara population. Notable figures among Amhara businessmen, politicians, academics, and community leaders have been subjected to targeted attacks with alarming precision. These assaults encompass harassment, property dispossession, denial of financial support, imprisonment, and even assassination, all aimed at eroding the foundations of Amhara society and eliminating any individuals who might resist the regime’s oppressive policies.

The most recent casualty of this abhorrent campaign is Mr. Biresaw Minale, a distinguished businessman and a cornerstone of his community, who was tragically shot in front of his residence. His murder exhibits the characteristics of government-affiliated assassination squads, whose patterns of executing high-profile individuals are well established. As with numerous other killings of prominent Amharas, it is unlikely that anyone will be held responsible for this brutal act. This incident is not an anomaly; rather, it forms part of a calculated strategy to dismantle Amhara leadership and suppress opposing voices.

The Amhara people will continue to raise their voices, and their demands for justice will not be overlooked. It is imperative for the international community to support them in the face of this ongoing genocide.