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Ethiopian forces enter Tigray capital Mekelle as TPLF withdraws

Ethiopian government forces have entered Mekelle, the capital of Tigray, after TPLF fighters withdrew, according to AFP and AP sources. This marks a significant escalation in the renewed conflict that has flared up since the 2020-2022 civil war, which killed an estimated 600,000 people. The situation is fluid, with control of the city's airport reportedly secured by government forces, but the full extent of the advance and any resistance remains unclear.

NRK1 day agoETCredibility 33%View source

Score Breakdown

Mosaic Score6.8

Model confidence0.5

Significance0.8

Source credibility0.3

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#tigray #tplf #ethiopia #civil-war #mekelle #conflict

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activeConflict8h ago

Ethiopian Forces Recapture Mekelle and Tigray Airport; TPLF Vows Guerrilla War

Ethiopian government forces have recaptured Mekelle, the capital of the Tigray region, and its airport, marking a significant territorial gain. The Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) has reportedly withdrawn from Mekelle and Afar, with claims of an intent to transition to guerrilla warfare. The situation remains fluid with ongoing fighting reported in Amhara and Afar regions.

↑ escalating·7 signals·ET, FI, UA +1Score 6.1

activeConflictGeopolitics7h ago