Ethiopian War

“The conflict must end”- Africa Minister Vicky Ford

Africa Minister Vicky Ford has concluded a visit to Addis Ababa, part of a 3-country trip to the region. The Minister met Prime Minister Abiy, State Minister Redwan and Finance Minister Shide to discuss concerns over the ongoing conflict and pathways to peace, as well as economic development and regional cooperation. The conflict in the

January 21, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Ethiopia’s war truce: Epiphany celebrated amid the torment

On Tuesday and Wednesday, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church celebrated Epiphany, locally known as Timkat. Crowds gathered in Gondar, a former seat of the royal empire in Ethiopia’s Amhara region. But this year, many were not in a party mood in the conflict-torn area. Thousands made the trip to Gondar, counting to 22 flights recorded in

January 20, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Journalist Meaza Mohammed Released from Custody

Following the recent disruption regarding media content, various journalists have been detained without any explanation. Journalist Meaza Mohammed was taken from her house in Addis Ababa Nifas Silk Sub-city, without any allegation. She is the co-founder of the online media outlet, Roha media and previously worked at Abay Media. On December 19, her lawyer said

January 18, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

PM Abiy Ahmed Spoke With Justin Trudeau

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today had a telephone conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on his Twitter account. He said the talks focused on current national and environmental issues, adding that Ethiopia appreciates the support of friendly countries such as Canada.

January 15, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Molly Phee and Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Satterfield to come to Ethiopia

Assistant Secretary Molly Phee and newly appointed Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa David Satterfield will travel to Saudi Arabia, Sudan, and Ethiopia from January 17 to 20, 2022. While in Riyadh, Assistant Secretary Phee and Special Envoy Satterfield will attend a meeting of the Friends of Sudan, intended to marshal international support for

January 15, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

WFP’s northern Ethiopia action hindered over passage barrier

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today warned that its life-saving food assistance operations in northern Ethiopia are about to grind to a halt because intense fighting has blocked the passage of fuel and food.   The escalation of conflict across northern Ethiopia means that no WFP convoy has reached Mekelle since mid-December. Stocks

January 14, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Does the Departure of Jeffrey Feltman Signal a Change of Course in the US’s Foreign Policy?

It seems Jeffery Feltman, the US special envoy to the Horn of Africa (HOA), will be leaving his post soon. Reports indicate he will be replaced by the former US ambassador to Turkey (June 27, 2019-Dec 10, 2021) David Satterfield. Some in the Ethiopian body politic have speculated, Feltman’s departure was a win for Ethiopian diplomacy given

January 12, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Prime Minister Abiy held talks with President Biden

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has announced that he held talks with US President Joe Biden on current affairs. During his phone conversation with the President, the Prime Minister also discussed bilateral relations and regional issues. The Prime Minister also said that constructive participation based on mutual respect is of great benefit to the two countries.

January 10, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Important points from Eritrean President Isaias Afeworki interview

Translated by Paulos Sory I asked Debretsion why they were preparing for battle in Humera. We have evidence that the TPLF plans to target more than 100 locations in Eritrea. The TPLF’s adventure was a miscalculation. In the first week of November 2020, more than 5,000 Ethiopian troops crossed the Eritrean border. We did not

January 8, 2022 • By Addis Insight

Ethiopian War

Ministry of Justice dropped charges against Sebhat Nega and Senior TPLF officials

Ministry of Justice announced today, the ministry has dropped charges against Jawar Siraj Mohammed and Eskinder Nega in the Federal High Court on terrorism and terrorism charges. The lawsuit was filed to increase the effectiveness and inclusion of the upcoming National Consultative Forum process. The Ministry of Justice announced tonight that six individuals’ charges dropped

January 7, 2022 • By Addis Insight