#Ethiopia: Two government civil servants killed in drone strike in western #Oromia, say resident, relative
Addis Abeba - Two local government employees were killed in a drone strike in Ababo Guduru Woreda, #Horo_Guduru #Wollega Zone, western Oromia, on Friday, October 23, according to a resident and a relative of one of the victims who spoke to Addis Standard.
The victims were identified as Bashana Lammesa, an employee of the Woreda Job Creation and Enterprise Office, and Addisu Tamasgen, an employee of the Woreda Land Administration Office. Both died instantly in the strike, while another person accompanying them was injured, a resident of Ababo Guduru Woreda, who requested anonymity for safety reasons, told Addis Standard.
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Addis Abeba - Two local government employees were killed in a drone strike in Ababo Guduru Woreda, #Horo_Guduru #Wollega Zone, western Oromia, on Friday, October 23, according to a resident and a relative of one of the victims who spoke to Addis Standard.
The victims were identified as Bashana Lammesa, an employee of the Woreda Job Creation and Enterprise Office, and Addisu Tamasgen, an employee of the Woreda Land Administration Office. Both died instantly in the strike, while another person accompanying them was injured, a resident of Ababo Guduru Woreda, who requested anonymity for safety reasons, told Addis Standard.
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News: Five farmers killed, over 100 cattle looted in South #Ethiopia’s #Burji Zone; three more killed in #Kore
Five farmers were killed and more than 100 cattle looted in an attack in Soyama Zuria Woreda of the Burji Zone in South Ethiopia Regional State, according to local sources who spoke with #Addis_Standard; three more people, including a 14-year-old boy, were also killed in a separate attack in neighboring Kore Zone, two days later.
The latest killing is part of the persistent insecurity affecting local communities along parts of the boundary between South Ethiopia and #Oromia since early 2021.
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Five farmers were killed and more than 100 cattle looted in an attack in Soyama Zuria Woreda of the Burji Zone in South Ethiopia Regional State, according to local sources who spoke with #Addis_Standard; three more people, including a 14-year-old boy, were also killed in a separate attack in neighboring Kore Zone, two days later.
The latest killing is part of the persistent insecurity affecting local communities along parts of the boundary between South Ethiopia and #Oromia since early 2021.
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#Daily_Brief: Putin woos #African leaders, says #Russia a better partner than 'colonial' West
Addis Abeba — Russian President #Vladimir_Putin told African leaders that #Moscow was a reliable partner for the continent, accusing Western countries of exploiting Africa’s resources and using debt to constrain its development, as Russia hosted the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow on Wednesday.
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Addis Abeba — Russian President #Vladimir_Putin told African leaders that #Moscow was a reliable partner for the continent, accusing Western countries of exploiting Africa’s resources and using debt to constrain its development, as Russia hosted the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow on Wednesday.
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News: #Sudan once again accuses #Ethiopia of involvement in drone strikes targeting power stations, civilian sites
Addis Abeba — Sudan has once again accused neighbouring Ethiopia of involvement in drone attacks targeting civilian infrastructure, fuel depots and power stations, alleging that drones used in recent strikes were launched from Ethiopian territory, including #Bahir_Dar Airport.
According to Sudan Tribune, Sudanese government and intelligence officials made the allegations at a joint press conference in #Khartoum on Wednesday, presenting what they described as flight data, satellite imagery and fragments of intercepted drones to support their claims.
The allegations came as Sudan's Defence Minister Hassan Daoud Kabroun accused more than 20 countries of supporting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (#RSF) with funding, drones, logistical assistance and foreign fighters, according to a separate report by Radio Tamazuj.
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Addis Abeba — Sudan has once again accused neighbouring Ethiopia of involvement in drone attacks targeting civilian infrastructure, fuel depots and power stations, alleging that drones used in recent strikes were launched from Ethiopian territory, including #Bahir_Dar Airport.
According to Sudan Tribune, Sudanese government and intelligence officials made the allegations at a joint press conference in #Khartoum on Wednesday, presenting what they described as flight data, satellite imagery and fragments of intercepted drones to support their claims.
The allegations came as Sudan's Defence Minister Hassan Daoud Kabroun accused more than 20 countries of supporting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (#RSF) with funding, drones, logistical assistance and foreign fighters, according to a separate report by Radio Tamazuj.
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#Daily_Brief: President Isaias says #Russia-#Africa strategic partnership requires overcoming Western ‘containment’ efforts
Speaking in an exclusive interview with Sputnik Africa on the sidelines of the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow on October 28, Isaias said the proposed Russia-Africa action plan should go beyond adjustments to individual provisions, stressing that the partnership carries broader strategic implications for African countries and Russia.
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Speaking in an exclusive interview with Sputnik Africa on the sidelines of the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow on October 28, Isaias said the proposed Russia-Africa action plan should go beyond adjustments to individual provisions, stressing that the partnership carries broader strategic implications for African countries and Russia.
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#Daily_Brief: #UN political mission ends in #Somalia amid unresolved election dispute
Addis Abeba — The United Nations’ political mission in Somalia is set to close on Saturday after more than three decades, with no agreed mechanism to mediate disputes between the government and opposition over a contested election process and the president’s tenure, the Associated Press reported.
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Addis Abeba — The United Nations’ political mission in Somalia is set to close on Saturday after more than three decades, with no agreed mechanism to mediate disputes between the government and opposition over a contested election process and the president’s tenure, the Associated Press reported.
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#Opinion: The Corridor We Must Force Open: A #Tigrayan woman’s reckoning
The recent crisis in #Ethiopia’s #Tigray region exposed deep failures in governance, compounded by external destruction. In the absence of adequate institutional support, communities relied on generations of solidarity to survive, writes Segen Yainshet Tesfamariam.
She argues that “improvisation, however courageous, is not a strategy,” criticizing a political culture shaped by the “myth of the Alpha Male” and factional power struggles that have sidelined women and young people.
Segen emphasizes that lasting recovery requires a shift away from personality-driven politics towards accountable public institutions.
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The recent crisis in #Ethiopia’s #Tigray region exposed deep failures in governance, compounded by external destruction. In the absence of adequate institutional support, communities relied on generations of solidarity to survive, writes Segen Yainshet Tesfamariam.
She argues that “improvisation, however courageous, is not a strategy,” criticizing a political culture shaped by the “myth of the Alpha Male” and factional power struggles that have sidelined women and young people.
Segen emphasizes that lasting recovery requires a shift away from personality-driven politics towards accountable public institutions.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=60720
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#Daily_Brief: #Israeli businessman found dead in #Addis_Abeba restaurant, suspects detained
Addis Abeba - An Israeli businessman was found dead in a restaurant bathroom in Addis Ababa on Wednesday, October 28, with Ethiopian police detaining suspects as investigations into the circumstances of his death continue, Israeli media reported.
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Addis Abeba - An Israeli businessman was found dead in a restaurant bathroom in Addis Ababa on Wednesday, October 28, with Ethiopian police detaining suspects as investigations into the circumstances of his death continue, Israeli media reported.
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News: Dangote hires #Spanish firm for #Ethiopia’s $4 billion fertiliser project
Addis Abeba — #Dangote Group, owned by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, has contracted Spanish engineering company Técnicas Reunidas to supply two hydrogen reformers for its fertiliser plant under construction in #Gode, #Somali region, as the project’s estimated cost rises to more than $4 billion.
Técnicas Reunidas announced on Wednesday that it would design, procure materials for, manufacture and deliver the two units within 18 months. The reformers are expected to produce a combined output of more than 200,000 normal cubic metres of hydrogen per hour. The company did not disclose the contract’s value.
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Addis Abeba — #Dangote Group, owned by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, has contracted Spanish engineering company Técnicas Reunidas to supply two hydrogen reformers for its fertiliser plant under construction in #Gode, #Somali region, as the project’s estimated cost rises to more than $4 billion.
Técnicas Reunidas announced on Wednesday that it would design, procure materials for, manufacture and deliver the two units within 18 months. The reformers are expected to produce a combined output of more than 200,000 normal cubic metres of hydrogen per hour. The company did not disclose the contract’s value.
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#Daily_Brief: Media Authority grants new license to Dimtsi Weyane #Tigray under new name following caretaker administration’s request
Addis Abeba — The Ethiopian Media Authority (#EMA) has granted a new broadcasting service license to #Maedot Broadcasting Service, formerly known as #Dimtsi_Weyane Tigray Radio and Television Service, following a request from the current Tigray regional caretaker administration to change the broadcaster’s name, the Authority said.
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Addis Abeba — The Ethiopian Media Authority (#EMA) has granted a new broadcasting service license to #Maedot Broadcasting Service, formerly known as #Dimtsi_Weyane Tigray Radio and Television Service, following a request from the current Tigray regional caretaker administration to change the broadcaster’s name, the Authority said.
https://addisstandard.com/brief/n-60747/
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News: #Ethiopian arrivals fleeing #Moyale conflict into northern #Kenya rise to nearly 50,000; ‘situation remains fluid’: #UN
“As of 29 October, an estimated 50,000 people had arrived in Moyale, #Marsabit County,” IOM said, adding that the arrivals were staying with local communities along the border, while others had sought shelter at five temporary sites.
“Thousands of people have crossed into Kenya seeking safety, and most are being sheltered by local communities,” said Nomagugu Ncube. “The situation remains fluid, and the numbers of arrivals could increase in the coming days.”
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“As of 29 October, an estimated 50,000 people had arrived in Moyale, #Marsabit County,” IOM said, adding that the arrivals were staying with local communities along the border, while others had sought shelter at five temporary sites.
“Thousands of people have crossed into Kenya seeking safety, and most are being sheltered by local communities,” said Nomagugu Ncube. “The situation remains fluid, and the numbers of arrivals could increase in the coming days.”
https://addisstandard.com/?p=60753
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#Daily_Brief: #Türkiye, #Egypt to hold joint naval exercise in #Alexandria amid warming defense ties
The planned drills come as regional states continue to navigate overlapping maritime claims, security partnerships, and competition over influence across the #Mediterranean and the #Red_Sea.
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The planned drills come as regional states continue to navigate overlapping maritime claims, security partnerships, and competition over influence across the #Mediterranean and the #Red_Sea.
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News: #Drone strike kills 16, injures 22 at #Hayiq Jari 2 IDP camp in #Amhara region
A drone strike killed 16 civilians and injured 22 others at the Hayiq Jari 2 Turk internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Amhara region at around 11:00 a.m. today, including three pregnant women, an eight-year-old girl and students, camp residents told Addis Standard.
“The drone struck the camp five times, at least, at intervals of 15 minutes, while IDPs were inside their shelters. We never expected a drone to attack the camp,” the witness told #Addis_Standard.
“At least 15 of them were buried together in one grave because we had no place to bury them individually,” a camp resident who witnessed the attack said.
The IDPs were displaced from parts of #Oromia, including Kelem Wollega, East Wollega, West Wollega, Horo Guduru Wollega and West Shewa.
Insecurity, targeted dispossession and limited infrastructure continue to constrain their return or relocation.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=60758
A drone strike killed 16 civilians and injured 22 others at the Hayiq Jari 2 Turk internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Amhara region at around 11:00 a.m. today, including three pregnant women, an eight-year-old girl and students, camp residents told Addis Standard.
“The drone struck the camp five times, at least, at intervals of 15 minutes, while IDPs were inside their shelters. We never expected a drone to attack the camp,” the witness told #Addis_Standard.
“At least 15 of them were buried together in one grave because we had no place to bury them individually,” a camp resident who witnessed the attack said.
The IDPs were displaced from parts of #Oromia, including Kelem Wollega, East Wollega, West Wollega, Horo Guduru Wollega and West Shewa.
Insecurity, targeted dispossession and limited infrastructure continue to constrain their return or relocation.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=60758
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#Daily_Brief: #Uganda begins withdrawing troops from #Somalia after nearly two decades
Addis Abeba — Uganda has begun withdrawing its troops from Somalia after nearly two decades of military involvement, with the country’s military chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, announcing plans to transfer security responsibilities to Somali forces.
https://addisstandard.com/brief/n-60764/
Addis Abeba — Uganda has begun withdrawing its troops from Somalia after nearly two decades of military involvement, with the country’s military chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, announcing plans to transfer security responsibilities to Somali forces.
https://addisstandard.com/brief/n-60764/
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#Daily_Brief: Nearly 120,000 displaced from #Sudan’s #Blue_Nile State amid escalating conflict, IOM says
Addis Abeba — Nearly 120,000 people have been displaced from different parts of Sudan’s Blue Nile State between 11 January and 15 October 2026, marking a 21% increase from the previous assessment in August, according to the International Organization for Migration (#IOM).
https://addisstandard.com/brief/n-60767/
Addis Abeba — Nearly 120,000 people have been displaced from different parts of Sudan’s Blue Nile State between 11 January and 15 October 2026, marking a 21% increase from the previous assessment in August, according to the International Organization for Migration (#IOM).
https://addisstandard.com/brief/n-60767/
#Daily_Brief: #Ethiopia backs #UAE diplomat’s bid for #UN chief amid #Sudan war controversy
Her candidacy adds to a field of contenders seeking to lead the UN at a time of mounting international crises and calls for reform. She could become the organization’s first woman secretary-general if elected.
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Her candidacy adds to a field of contenders seeking to lead the UN at a time of mounting international crises and calls for reform. She could become the organization’s first woman secretary-general if elected.
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#Daily_Brief: #UAE sentences eight #Sudanese men, including army deputy chief, to life over arms deals
Addis Abeba — An Abu Dhabi court has sentenced eight Sudanese men, including Sudanese Army Deputy Commander-in-Chief Yasser al-Atta and former intelligence chief Salah Gosh, to life imprisonment over an alleged illicit arms trafficking network supplying weapons and ammunition to the Sudanese army, Al Jazeera reported.
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Addis Abeba — An Abu Dhabi court has sentenced eight Sudanese men, including Sudanese Army Deputy Commander-in-Chief Yasser al-Atta and former intelligence chief Salah Gosh, to life imprisonment over an alleged illicit arms trafficking network supplying weapons and ammunition to the Sudanese army, Al Jazeera reported.
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#Daily_Brief: #Ethiopia secures $30 million in Green Climate Fund financing for climate resilience
Addis Abeba — Ethiopia has secured $30 million in financing from the Green Climate Fund (#GCF) to strengthen the climate resilience of vulnerable households, following approval by the Fund’s Board at its 46th meeting in Songdo, South Korea, the Ministry of Finance announced on Thursday.
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Addis Abeba — Ethiopia has secured $30 million in financing from the Green Climate Fund (#GCF) to strengthen the climate resilience of vulnerable households, following approval by the Fund’s Board at its 46th meeting in Songdo, South Korea, the Ministry of Finance announced on Thursday.
https://addisstandard.com/brief/n-60773/
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#Daily_Brief: #Iran used secret network of 5,000 military-linked agencies to evade sanctions: Reuters
Experts who reviewed the findings described the network as a critical commercial and financial channel for Iran’s military procurement and efforts to sustain its missile and drone capabilities
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Experts who reviewed the findings described the network as a critical commercial and financial channel for Iran’s military procurement and efforts to sustain its missile and drone capabilities
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