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Ethiopia’s ruling Prosperity Party retained a majority in parliament with 438 seats out of 501, according to final election results. The election faced criticism due to insecurity in Oromia and Amhara regions, where 143 polling stations failed to open, and the Tigray region was excluded again, denying it federal representation.

Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party retained a majority in parliament with 438 seats out of 501 following the June 1 election. The election faced challenges including insecurity in Oromia and Amhara regions, exclusion of the Tigray region, and opposition claims of an unfair political environment marked by fear and intimidation.

Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party retained a parliamentary majority with 438 seats in the June 1 election, despite insecurity in Oromia and Amhara regions that closed 143 polling stations. The Tigray region, excluded from the election for six years, remained unrepresented, while opposition groups criticized the election as unfree and unfair due to repression and intimidation.

Ethiopia has experienced nearly continuous conflict since 2020, with active fighting reported in the regions of Tigray, Oromia, and Amhara. The article provides a visual guide to the country's ethnic groups and conflict zones.

The June 1, 2026 Ethiopian elections face security challenges and political debates over federalism and governance. Crises in Amhara and Tigray regions could impact the polls, which are crucial for the country's democratic future.