#Breaking: Lt. Gen. Tadesse named #Tigray's interim president

Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede has officially taken over as the interim president of Tigray, replacing Getachew Reda. Previously serving as deputy president and head of the cabinet secretariat for peace and security of the Tigray interim administration, Tadesse steps into leadership following months of internal discord within the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (#TPLF).

"Today marks the peaceful and formal implementation of a leadership transition program - an important step toward cultivating a new political culture,” said Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

The leadership shift follows divisions that emerged after TPLF’s 14th Congress in August 2024, leading to a split between factions led by Debretsion Gebremichael and Getachew Reda. Despite attempts at mediation by religious and civil society groups, tensions between the factions continued to escalate, leading Getachew and some of his key allies to depart from Tigray.

Prime Minister Abiy later told law makers the expiration of the Tigray Interim Administration’s mandate and suggested leadership changes were imminent. In a controversial move, however, PM Abiy called for the people of Tigray to submit leadership nominations via email, a decision rejected by Debretsion’s faction as a violation of the Pretoria Agreement, which mandates a politically negotiated approach to forming an interim administration.

The TPLF also said that “discussions were held with the Ethiopian government to determine a replacement. An evaluation of the Interim Administration’s performance revealed its shortcomings, leading to a consensus that the president should be replaced. Consequently, the TPLF’s Central Committee proposed General Tadesse Werede for the position, which was accepted by the Ethiopian government.”

But it is not clear if the appointment of Tadesse came as a result of the agreement that the TPLF said it reached with the federal government.

Lt. Gen. Tadesse, a highly regarded military leader, played a critical role during the two-year brutal war in the Tigray region and was instrumental in negotiating the Pretoria and Nairobi peace agreements.

https://addisstandard.com/lt-gen-tadesse-named-tigrays-interim-president/

#Breaking: Lt. Gen. Tadesse named #Tigray's interim president

Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede has officially taken over as the interim president of Tigray, replacing Getachew Reda. Previously serving as deputy president and head of the cabinet secretariat for peace and security of the Tigray interim administration, Tadesse steps into leadership following months of internal discord within the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (#TPLF).

"Today marks the peaceful and formal implementation of a leadership transition program - an important step toward cultivating a new political culture,” said Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

The leadership shift follows divisions that emerged after TPLF’s 14th Congress in August 2024, leading to a split between factions led by Debretsion Gebremichael and Getachew Reda. Despite attempts at mediation by religious and civil society groups, tensions between the factions continued to escalate, leading Getachew and some of his key allies to depart from Tigray.

https://addisstandard.com/?p=49572

#South_Sudan blames 'unfair' revocation of #US visas on a mistaken nationality

South Sudan has criticized the United States' decision to revoke all visas issued to its nationals, calling the move “unfair” and attributing it to an “isolated incident” involving a misidentified individual who, according to Juba, was not a South Sudanese citizen.

In a statement released Monday, South Sudan’s Foreign Ministry said the man denied re-entry by authorities in Juba on Friday was later identified as “a Congolese national,” adding that he had been returned to the United States and that “all supporting evidence” had been shared with U.S. officials. “The government deeply regrets that despite this history of collaboration and partnership, South Sudan now faces a broad revocation of visas based on an isolated incident involving misrepresentation by an individual who is not a South Sudanese national,” the statement said.


https://trt.global/afrika-english/article/ee3184575a53

#Ethiopia: #Tigray Judges Association warns of rising pressure in rape, murder cases; cites threat to judicial independence

The Tigray Judges Association has warned of mounting “internal and external” pressure on judges presiding over rape and murder cases in the region, cautioning that the interference is threatening both “judicial independence” and the safety of judges. In a statement issued on 05 April, the Association said “rape against women and murders have increased” in Tigray, particularly over the past two years, occurring “at an unprecedented rate.”

It further noted that judges handling such cases are facing pressure “in various ways,” including “both during and after trial proceedings.” The Association warned that unless these pressures are addressed, they may obstruct the ability of judges to “review cases independently and impartially.”

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Video: The moment Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede signed a one-page document as he assumed #Tigray region's interim presidency. The document outlines eight key mandates expected of Tigray’s Interim Administration under his leadership.

Titled “Inclusive interim administration of the Tigray region mission implementation agreement document”, the one-page document bears the signature of Lt. Gen. Tadesse and his pledge “to uphold and diligently execute” the responsibilities “with integrity and dedication.”

Below is the contextual translation of the eight key mandates as outlined in the document:

1 - Facilitate full return of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) - Ensure the completion of the return process of displaced persons to their original places and accelerate similar processes in remaining areas.

2 - Disarmament and reintegration of former combatants - Swiftly implement the disarmament and reintegration of ex-combatants in line with the Pretoria Agreement.

3 - Upholding rule of law - Guarantee the enforcement of the rule of law, halt visible unlawful activities that threaten public safety, stability, and peace, and carry out the necessary law enforcement and judicial measures.

4 - Coordinate flow development activities and services - Coordinate the flow of regular development activities, governmental operations, social services, and post-war reconstruction efforts.

5 - End unconstitutional and unlawful relations and actions - End any unconstitutional and unlawful actions and affiliations that contravene constitutional and legal orders, national sovereignty, or the provisions of the Pretoria Agreement.

6 - Lay groundworks for democratic elections - Prepare the region for free and fair democratic elections by establishing a political environment that safeguards civic and political rights and embraces political pluralism.

7 - Prepare the region to participate in national dialogue - Create conditions for broad-based participation of citizens, community groups, and political actors of the Tigray region to participate in the national dialogue process.

8 - Ensure regional state media activities to promote unity and national cohesion - Ensure that regional state media and communications efforts foster national cohesion, build constructive intercommunity relations, and promote respect for the rule of law and constitutional order.

The handover ceremony took place in the presence of several dignitaries, including the newly elected Chairperson of the African Union (AU), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, ambassadors from various countries, and members of the international community based in Addis Abeba.

Video credit: PMO

#Ethiopia: Media Authority rejects journalist professional credential IDs, recognition initiative by Media Council

The Ethiopian Media Authority (EMA) has formally rejected the Ethiopian Media Council’s (EMC) recent initiative to register journalists and issue professional identity cards and certifications, stating that the Council lacks the legal authority under Proclamation No. 1238/2021 to carry out such functions.

The Authority’s statement came in response to a recent initiative by the Council, which drafted a guideline that it said was developed by journalists, media researchers, and legal experts.

Despite these ambitions, however, the Council’s proposal has sparked debate among media stakeholders. https://addisstandard.com/media-authority-rejects-journalist-professional-credential-ids-recognition-initiative-by-media-council/

#Ethiopia: ‘Hard… but if done well, an opportunity’: Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede

The newly named President of the #Tigray Interim Regional Administration, Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede, has described his new role as both a formidable challenge and a potential turning point. “The responsibility given to me is a hard test,” he said. “But if done well, it is an opportunity.”

“This is not something one wishes for,” he admitted, yet expressed confidence that with “determination and unity,” peace and progress are within reach.

Recognizing the complexity of Tigray’s challenges, Lt. Gen. Tadesse also admitted that “internal political, security, and economic issues” - not just delays in the Pretoria peace process - fuel the current crisis.

Still, he committed to rebuilding strong governance, ensuring civic rights, and honoring local leaders' contributions. “The conflict has now eased,” he said. aspirations for change can be realized.”

https://addisstandard.com/?p=49678

#South_Sudan to admit man deported by #US after blanket visa ban

South Sudan will admit a man deported by the United States after initially denying him entry, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation said Tuesday. The reversal comes days after the US government imposed a “blanket visa restriction” on South Sudanese citizens, citing Juba’s failure to receive its nationals “in a timely manner.”

The man, identified as Makula Kintu, was denied entry at Juba International Airport on Saturday after presenting “a South Sudanese travel document under the name Nimeri Garang,” according to the ministry. Authorities later said he was identified as a citizen of the Democratic Republic of Congo (#DRC) and added that he “stated that he hails from the Ema tribe of the Northern Kivu Province in the Democratic Republic of Congo and added that he was brought to South Sudan against his will.”

The foreign ministry said Kintu was “not admitted and was subsequently returned to the sending country (the US),” but would be allowed in upon his return on Wednesday. Citing “the spirit of the friendly relations” between both countries, the ministry said South Sudan “remains committed to supporting the return of verified South Sudanese nationals” deported from the United States.

https://edition.cnn.com/2025/04/08/africa/south-sudan-us-visa-ban-intl/index.html

#Ethiopia: Dire shelter crisis grips thousands of IDPs in #Amhara’s North, South Wollo zones: Report

A new report has highlighted worsening shelter conditions at five internally displaced persons (IDP) sites in the North and South Wollo zones of the Amhara region, where close to 15,000 people are currently living. According to the report by the Ethiopia Emergency Shelter & NFI Cluster, the coordinating body for emergency shelter response, the shelters are “overcrowded,” “damaged” and “were never intended for extended use,” leaving displaced families in what it called “severely deteriorating” living conditions.

The report, based on field assessments, found that many IDPs at the Jara, Jari 1, Jari 2, Mekaneyesus, and Gerba Degan sites are “crammed into communal spaces or damaged structures,” leading to limited privacy and “minimal safety.” It further noted that people with disabilities are particularly vulnerable, as they “lack any specialized accommodations.” Additionally, the situation regarding non-food items (NFI) is described as critical, with the last full distributions reported to have taken place in 2022. Since then, support has been “scarce and inconsistent,” the report stated.

https://addisstandard.com/?p=49684

#Ethiopia: #US applauds ‘selection’ of Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede as new #Tigray interim president; says it ‘reaffirms’ Pretoria agreement

Ervin Massinga, U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia, said the “selection” of Lt. Gen. Tadesse Werede as Tigray’s interim president “reaffirms the Pretoria Accords” and shows a commitment to “respond to the needs of Tigray and Ethiopia.”

In a statement, Massinga said he “applauds the reaffirmation” of the peace deal through Tadesse’s selection and welcomed his pledge to return displaced communities, disarm former combatants, and “uphold rule of law,” while also committing to “coordinate development,” end “unconstitutional and unlawful actions,” and “lay the groundwork for elections and participation in national dialogue.”

Lt. Gen. Tadesse officially replaced Getachew Reda on 08 April 2025, following months of internal rifts within the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (#TPLF).

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#Sudan’s Burhan meets #Egyptian intelligence chief amid army gains

The head of Sudan’s Sovereignty Council and army commander-in-chief, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, held talks on Tuesday in Port Sudan with Egypt’s General Intelligence chief, Hassan Mahmoud Rashad, according to a statement from the council. The visit comes as the Sudanese army claims it has regained control over most of Khartoum state as well as the entirety of Sennar and Al Jazirah, following the withdrawal of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (#RSF) from these areas.

Rashad conveyed a verbal message from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, which, according to the council, addressed “bilateral relations, ways to support and develop them, and enhancing joint cooperation between the two countries in all fields.” Burhan, for his part, expressed appreciation for what he called Egypt’s “leading role” in supporting Sudan, and referred to the “historical and fraternal ties” that connect the two countries.

On Monday, Egypt’s ambassador to Sudan, Hani Salah, said Cairo is prepared to support Sudan’s reconstruction efforts. He specifically mentioned Egypt’s readiness to rehabilitate “vital facilities such as bridges in Khartoum and the Merowe Dam in northern Sudan.”

https://sudantribune.com/article299489/

#Ethiopia’s right to sea access must advance with ‘diplomatic, legal clarity’: National Security Council

Ethiopia’s National Security Council, chaired by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and composed of senior army, police, and intelligence officials, said the country’s diplomatic and legal efforts to secure access to the sea must continue with “the clarity and direction already established.” In a statement released after its meeting on Tuesday, the Council described sea access as central to “safeguarding national interests” and emphasized that the initiatives launched to assert this right should be pursued through “diplomatic, legal, and peaceful” means. It also praised Ethiopia’s “expanding diplomatic footprint” and reaffirmed the government's commitment to “regional integration and peace,” asserting that Ethiopia’s approach is aimed at “promoting stability in the Horn of Africa” and “resolving conflicts peacefully.”

At the domestic level, the Council acknowledged ongoing security concerns, particularly in #Amhara and #Oromia regions, where groups “continue to pursue their interests through force.” It said efforts were underway in conflict-affected areas and noted that in #Tigray, while peace remains incomplete, government initiatives have allowed residents to “begin experiencing relief.” The Council also accused unnamed “domestic and foreign actors” of attempting to destabilize the country through “violence, disinformation, and economic sabotage,” warning that such groups “reject dialogue and negotiation” and exploit “legal political platforms for illegal acts.” A new directive, it said, has been issued to strengthen institutional coordination to “combat organized economic crimes” and protect national stability.

https://addisstandard.com/?p=49692

AI research institute warns of “unchecked” warmongering on social media fueling #Ethiopia-#Eritrea tensions

The Distributed AI Research Institute (#DAIR), led by Dr. Timnit Gebru, warned that “social media platforms are spreading violent warmongering content encouraging all-out war between Ethiopia and Eritrea, again,” and urged the international community to “urgently act to stop the looming war” and uphold the “precarious and imperfect” Pretoria peace deal.

In its statement, DAIR said it has spent the past three years “researching and documenting the role of social media platforms” during the Tigray war and is now seeing “an acceleration of the same type of warmongering on social media platforms” it documented “at the beginning of the catastrophic Tigray war in 2020.” It called on the African Union and the United Nations “to de-escalate current tensions and avoid a regional war,” and urged that platforms be “pressured to curb the violent speech and warmongering” spreading “unchecked.” “It’s not enough,” the statement read, “to perform a postmortem analysis after millions have been killed, maimed, or displaced.”

https://addisstandard.com/?p=49683

#Op_ed: Hands Off #Berbera: Why international community should oppose #Somalia’s air base offer to #US, support #Somaliland’s quest for independence

In this op-ed, Abdi Halim M. Musa, a political analyst and former Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Commerce in Somaliland, argues that the international community should reject Somalia’s reported proposal to hand over strategic facilities in Berbera to the United States and instead support Somaliland’s decades-long pursuit of recognition.

Referring to a March 16 letter reported by Reuters, the piece highlights Somalia’s alleged offer to give the U.S. “exclusive control of strategic air bases and ports,” including the Berbera airbase and port. The author sees this move as an attempt to assert authority over Somaliland’s territory, writing: “President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s letter to Washington reads like a desperate plea for relevance. By attempting to insert Somalia into a discussion about Somaliland’s strategic Berbera Port, Mogadishu exposes its own weakness.” He further describes the move as “a deliberate attempt to mislead the international community.”

The op-ed presents Somaliland as a functioning state in contrast to Somalia’s instability. “For more than three decades, Somaliland has stood as a beacon of stability in a volatile region,” the writer states. “Unlike Somalia, which has been marred by internal conflict and terrorist insurgencies, Somaliland has maintained peace, held multiple democratic elections, and fostered economic growth.” On Berbera, he writes: “Somaliland’s successful management of the Berbera Port, in collaboration with DP World and Ethiopia, is a testament to its capability,” adding that “this alone should be enough for global powers to recognize the stark contrast between Somaliland’s governance and Somalia’s dysfunction.”

Criticising Mogadishu’s diplomatic efforts, the author argues that “no credible government in the world takes Mogadishu’s claims seriously.” The op-ed describes Somalia’s approach as “political theater meant to distract from Somalia’s internal chaos,” and concludes with a firm call for recognition: “Somaliland’s independence is not up for negotiation. Its people have spoken, its government is functional, and its future does not include being dragged back into Somalia’s chaos.”

https://addisstandard.com/?p=49688

#Ethiopia: Overcrowded shelters, strained services deepen crisis for over 760,000 displaced in #Tigray: Report

The humanitarian situation in Ethiopia’s Tigray region “remains dire,” according to a recent report by the Ethiopia Emergency Shelter and NFI Cluster, with more than 760,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) living in increasingly precarious conditions.

While displacement figures have remained relatively stable, the report noted that “deteriorating resources and overcrowded shelters” are further eroding living standards.

The report identified the Northwestern and Central Zones as the most affected areas, hosting 309,906 and 196,229 IDPs respectively. It added that shelter capacity remains critically low, with displaced families “forced to live in congested spaces.”

#CPJ urges #Ethiopian authorities to drop terrorism investigations against #EBS journalists; calls response "disproportionate"

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has urged Ethiopian authorities to end terrorism investigations against at least seven journalists from the Ethiopian Broadcasting Service (EBS), calling the response “a disproportionate reaction to concerns over lapses in journalistic ethics.” The journalists were detained in connection with a March 23 broadcast of the program “Addis Meiraf,” in which Birtukan Temesgen alleged she had been abducted and raped by individuals “in military uniform” while a university student in 2020. Authorities later dismissed the account as “fabricated,” CPJ said, and Birtukan appeared on state media days later to “recant her claims.” EBS founder Amman Fissehazion apologized on March 28, stating the station learned the allegations were false after the episode aired.

According to CPJ, the Ethiopian Media Authority suspended the program on April 1 and called for “corrective actions.” Despite this, Birtukan and the journalists were remanded for 14 days as police pursued terrorism charges under Ethiopia’s anti-terrorism law. CPJ, citing court documents, said police accused the journalists of attempting to “incite conflict,” “threaten the constitutional order,” and “overthrow the government” in coordination with “extremist groups” in the Amhara region. “Arresting journalists on terrorism allegations is a disproportionate response,” said Muthoki Mumo, CPJ’s Africa Program Coordinator, adding that EBS had “already faced regulatory sanction.”

https://addisstandard.com/?p=49701

#South_Sudan opposition faction removes Machar from #SPLM-IO leadership, names Par interim chair

A faction within South Sudan’s main opposition party, the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO), has named Stephen Par Kuol as interim chairman, replacing First Vice President Riek Machar, who remains under house arrest. The decision was made during a meeting held in Juba on Wednesday, which was not attended by senior SPLM-IO officials. Former Federal Affairs Minister Lasuba Wango was appointed deputy interim chairman, and Agok Makur interim secretary-general.

Key figures, including Interior Minister and Machar’s wife Angelina Teny, as well as SPLM-IO Secretary-General Regina Joseph Kaba, were absent from the meeting, which loyalists have dismissed as “illegitimate” and politically driven. In his address following the announcement, Par suspended Machar’s deputy, Oyet Nathaniel Pierino, who is currently in exile. “Someone who fled cannot run the affairs of the movement from Facebook,” Par said, adding that the SPLM-IO headquarters “remain in Juba, not online.”

The leadership dispute follows ongoing restrictions on Machar’s movement, which some describe as “politically motivated house arrest,” and comes amid delays in implementing the 2018 peace agreement that established the current Transitional Government of National Unity.

https://www.theeastafrican.co.ke/tea/news/east-africa/south-sudan-splinter-group-ousts-machar-as-splm-io-leader-4996254

#Op_ed: Breaking Through Waves: #Somaliland’s strategic role in shaping #Red_Sea future

In this op-ed, Adam Daud Ahmed, a political security analyst in the Horn of Africa, explores what he describes as Somaliland’s “strategic role” in shaping the future of Red Sea security amid rising tensions involving regional and global actors. The author highlights Somaliland’s geographic and political significance, stating that its “location along the Gulf of Aden” and its stability offer an “attractive alternative” to the turbulence characterizing much of the Horn of Africa. Citing its governance track record and the Port of Berbera’s development, the article suggests Somaliland is emerging as a critical partner for international actors, especially the United States.

Throughout the op-ed, the author argues that Somaliland’s infrastructure and internal security capabilities provide a foundation for regional engagement. He refers to the revitalized Port of Berbera—developed through investment by DP World—as a “valuable asset” free from what he calls “Chinese influence,” and asserts it could become one of the most important logistical bases in the region. The article notes that Somaliland’s security apparatus, including its coast guard and police, has managed to repel extremist threats “without relying on foreign troops,” making the case that additional Western support could elevate Berbera’s role in regional counterterrorism and maritime security.

The author links Somaliland’s internal governance to its geopolitical potential, emphasizing its three-decade experience with multiparty democracy, peaceful transfers of power, and decentralized administration. Ahmed further writes that Somaliland’s pursuit of international recognition may be advancing, citing the introduction of the Republic of Somaliland Independence Act in the U.S. Congress. While acknowledging that the bill’s passage is uncertain, the article contends that its introduction signals “Somaliland’s growing geostrategic importance,” and concludes by calling for global actors to formally recognize what the author describes as Somaliland’s “reality.”

https://addisstandard.com/?p=49698

#Ethiopia: #ONLF faction appoints new acting chairman; another faction denounces move as "fraudulent", "state-backed"

A faction of the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) has announced the removal of its chairman, Abdirahman Mahdi, accusing him of actions that allegedly “endangered the unity of the front” and of “working to prevent the implementation of the promise made to the people” since the group's return to Ethiopia in 2018. The decision, made during what the group described as its “2nd regular Central Committee meeting,” also saw the appointment of Abdikarim Sheikh Muse as acting chairman, who will “serve in the role until a chairman is elected by the general assembly,” according to state-affiliated Fana Broadcasting Corporation (FBC).

However, another ONLF faction rejected the move, calling the meeting in Jigjiga “an illegal and fraudulent event” staged by the ruling Prosperity Party and facilitated by the Somali regional administration to install “a hand-picked group of regime loyalists.” The statement alleged that regional authorities, “under the direct influence of the ruling party,” recruited individuals to “impersonate ONLF Central Committee members” and give legitimacy to the meeting, where officials from the National Election Board of Ethiopia (#NEBE) participated as “observers.” The faction accused NEBE of obstructing the front’s internal processes by “reject[ing] the minutes” of meetings and insisted that the board's participation served as “undeniable evidence” of the meeting being “state-sanctioned.”

The group warned that these developments represent “a sustained effort to dismantle the ONLF as a legitimate political force” and a “grave breach” of the 2018 peace agreement, warning that endorsing a “fraudulent leadership under the ONLF name” would “render it null and void.”

https://addisstandard.com/?p=49706

#Op_ed: Appointment of New Interim President in #Tigray: Tactical decision or misreading of reality?

In this op-ed, Daniel Berhane, a trained lawyer and journalist, argues that the appointment of Lt. Gen. Tadesse Worede as president of the Tigray Interim Administration (#TIA) “constitutes a gross misreading of the reality.” The author notes that while the appointment has “diffused tensions between the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (#TPLF) and the federal government,” the move reflects deeper structural problems within the political and security arrangement in post-war Tigray. The piece recalls that “TIA was established as per the November 2022 Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (#COHA),” which envisaged “a lasting settlement to the conflict, a framework for accountability, restoration of constitutional order, withdrawal of non-ENDF troops from Western Tigray and other occupied areas, and the Disarmament, Demobilization, and Rehabilitation (#DDR) of Tigrayan combatants.”

The op-ed states that “Tigray military forces emerged in the initial months of the two-year war as a resistance to the atrocities committed by Ethiopian, Eritrean, and Amharan forces.” However, Daniel writes that the force’s top leadership—“comprised of former TPLF combatants from the pre-1991 era”—has increasingly engaged in partisan politics. According to the author, the military’s January declaration endorsed the removal of former president Getachew Reda, and “several generals and colonels opposed to this move were suspended from their posts.” Following Getachew’s exit, he notes, “Tadesse held multiple meetings with the officers of Tigray Forces but none with the civilian cabinet.” The author argues, “A party that historically held its armed forces accountable to the political leadership has become reliant on and hardly distinguishable from the military officers, who have now turned into de facto administrators in local administrations.”

Daniel warns that “the installation of a new interim administration with a new president and cabinet is nothing but an episode in a poker game the two sides have embarked on.” He argues that “the federal government has been consistently setting the narrative for some time,” citing “two statements in Tigrigna” by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed directed at “the Tigrayan people and elite,” and a foreign ministry briefing accusing “a faction within the TPLF” of collaborating with “hostile external forces.” The article further states that “the Tigrayan leadership should recognize that engagement with the federal government cannot be wished away,” and cautions against reliance on “emotive slogans” and “populist pressures that securitize and militarize the polity.” The author concludes: “The withdrawal of #Amhara and #Eritrean forces from Tigray’s occupied territories, the return of IDPs, and the implementation of DDR…must be implemented as a comprehensive package to the satisfaction of both sides.” Daniel warns that “burying one’s head in the sand may have worked for the ostrich, but it will not be effective in this situation.”

https://addisstandard.com/?p=49704