Tigray

Ethiopians are fleeing to Sudan amid renewed conflict in Tigray, following the biggest escalation since the 2022 Pretoria agreement. Both the TPLF and Ethiopian government accuse each other of sparking the conflict, despite a reported pause in fighting since August 1st.

Hundreds of people are fleeing Ethiopia to Sudan following renewed fighting in Tigray between federal forces and Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) rebels. Both sides accuse each other of attempting to provoke a new conflict.

Clashes in western Tigray between Ethiopia and the TPLF have escalated tensions, with fighting near Sheraro posing a significant threat to the 2022 Pretoria peace deal. Both sides have exchanged blame for the outbreak of violence.

Clashes between Tigray’s TPLF and the Ethiopian federal army are occurring in a contested area of northern Ethiopia, raising fears of a renewed war. The previous Tigray war (2020-2022) resulted in 600,000 deaths, and mediation efforts by the US and African Union have failed to prevent escalation.

The war in Tigray, Ethiopia, has devastated the region's future by depriving children of education, alongside destroying homes, hospitals, and livelihoods. The article emphasizes the urgent need to prioritize education in the region's recovery efforts.

A US air strike on a Houthi-run detention center in northwest Yemen on 28 April 2025 killed at least 68 African migrants, predominantly Ethiopians. Survivors and families, including those of Hiwot Mehari and Tsiruy Hailu, describe the victims as young men seeking better opportunities, with many parents expressing grief and anger toward the US for the deaths.

The Ethiopian Human Rights Council (EHRCO) issued an urgent appeal on July 12, 2026, demanding an immediate halt to forced conscription in the Tigray region. The organization cited systemic rights violations linked to a mandatory military recruitment drive.

Ethiopia's Tigray authorities are forcibly recruiting civilians, according to a report by Human Rights Watch (HRW) which highlights an unlawful and abusive campaign creating a climate of fear.

HRW reports that Tigray authorities in Ethiopia have ordered forced conscription and threatened dissent. The organization urges the withdrawal of an abusive law linked to these actions.

Ethiopia's election excluded 147 constituencies, including Tigray, raising concerns about representation and government legitimacy. Political analyst Jervin Naidoo from Oxford Economics Africa described the exclusion as a significant problem.

Ethiopia is holding elections where the ruling Prosperity Party is expected to dominate due to a fragmented opposition. The vote includes selecting representatives for the House of Representatives and regional councils, with themes focused on national reconciliation and development. International observers, including former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta, are monitoring the process.

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.

The Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) has restored the Tigray government, sparking fears of renewed conflict in Ethiopia. The announcement has raised concerns about the potential collapse of a recent peace deal.