Ethiopian military claims foreign backing for Tigrayan forces as clashes worsen
Ethiopia's army chief alleged that Eritrea and Sudan are supporting armed factions battling federal forces in the north. Renewed fighting between the TPLF and the government has escalated since Wednesday, with the TPLF describing its campaign as defensive and seizing airports. A humanitarian source said rebels captured the Afar town of Erebti, displacing at least 150,000 people.
Ethiopia’s army chief alleged Sunday that Eritrea and Sudan were aiding armed formations battling federal forces. Renewed fighting between the TPLF and the government started Wednesday; the TPLF described its operations as defensive and took control of airports.
A humanitarian source said rebels captured Erebti in Afar, displacing at least 150,000 people. The TPLF has joined with seven armed groups and is moving through Afar, seeking to sever trade routes from Djibouti. A drone hit Tigrai TV’s headquarters, taking it off-air.
Renewed clashes may deepen insecurity for civilians in Tigray, Afar, and Amhara, especially those already displaced. If supply routes from Djibouti are disrupted, fuel and goods shortages could raise prices and strain services. Media restrictions and telecom outages may limit access to verified information, leaving families uncertain. A wider conflict could further burden health, aid, and transport systems, though outcomes depend on whether fighting spreads or pauses.