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Fighting Resumes in Tigray as Rebels Seize Airports in Northern Ethiopia

23 Eylül 2026DW

Fighting has restarted in Tigray, with rebels capturing regional airports and clashing with government forces, raising concerns of escalation.
Fighting has resumed in northern Ethiopia as rebels have taken control of regional airports and clashed with government forces in the Afar and Amhara regions. The situation is escalating, with fears that the violence could spread further following the rebels' announcement of a new anti-government alliance.
This development raises concerns about the potential for increased instability in the region.
Ethiopia has been grappling with internal conflicts, particularly in the Tigray region, since late 2020. The ongoing violence has led to significant humanitarian crises and displacement.
The resurgence of conflict in Tigray signals a troubling shift in Ethiopia's political landscape, as the formation of a new anti-government alliance among the rebels could galvanize further resistance against the federal government. The strategic capture of airports indicates a calculated effort to disrupt governmen…

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