Summary
Ethiopian government forces have taken back control of the main airport in Mekelle, the capital of the Tigray region, as Tigray rebel fighters retreated from the city. The conflict involves fighting between the federal army and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) and threatens to expand into neighboring regions and countries.Key Facts
- Ethiopian federal forces recaptured Alula Aba Nega Airport near Mekelle from Tigray rebels.
- The airport was one of three seized by rebels when fighting began on September 23.
- Rebel leaders and fighters reportedly left Mekelle, but federal troops have not yet entered the city.
- Media access and communications in the region are heavily restricted.
- A seven-group rebel coalition led by the TPLF launched an offensive recently, capturing airports and engaging in border clashes.
- The Ethiopian government accuses Eritrea, Sudan, and Egypt of supporting the rebel coalition; these countries deny involvement.
- Eritrea cut diplomatic ties with Ethiopia and denied involvement in the conflict, accusing Ethiopia of planning an invasion.
- Amnesty International reports the conflict involves drone attacks, forced recruitment, and attacks on civilians.
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