Ethiopia's Tigray rebels abandon regional capital as govt advances: journalist
Summary
Tigray rebels in northern Ethiopia are leaving their regional capital, Mekelle, as government forces and allied militias approach. Fighting started on September 23, and the government has regained control of areas around Mekelle, including the city’s airport, amid rising tensions with Eritrea and Egypt.Key Facts
- Fighting began on September 23 when the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) attacked neighboring regions.
- Government forces and militias have pushed rebels back and are moving toward Mekelle.
- The TPLF is leaving Mekelle, and government offices in the city are without security personnel.
- There are concerns about looting and lawlessness due to the absence of security forces in Mekelle.
- Ethiopia expelled Eritrean and Egyptian diplomats, worsening relations with those countries.
- Eritrea said it will cut all diplomatic ties with Ethiopia.
- The conflict involves control of the Red Sea region, according to the TPLF leader.
- A pro-government militia has taken full control of Mekelle’s airport.
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