Ethiopian forces retake Alamata in renewed Tigray offensive
Ethiopian government troops captured the strategic city of Alamata in Tigray after a week of fighting, marking their first major victory in the renewed conflict. The city sits on a key route in a region that saw intense fighting in the 2020-2022 war, which killed an estimated 600,000 people. The development signals an escalation of the insurgency that has re-emerged in Tigray, with drone strikes reported in recent days.
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Ethiopian Forces Retake Alamata in Renewed Tigray Offensive
Ethiopian government forces have captured the strategic city of Alamata in southern Tigray following a week of fighting, marking a significant territorial gain in the renewed conflict. This development is corroborated by multiple sources, with drone strikes also reported, indicating an escalation of the insurgency. The full strategic implications and rebel response remain to be seen.