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Tigray security tensions and Ashenda festival disruption

Overview

Security concerns and drone strikes in the Tigray region have disrupted traditional celebrations. In Mekelle, authorities cancelled major Ashenda festival gatherings, citing “ongoing drone strikes and the threat of war.” Regional officials reported that recent attacks in Mekelle, Dandera, and the Raya-Alamata district caused civilian injuries and fatalities, with the Tigray administration attributing the strikes to federal armed forces.

While festivities were halted in Tigray, hundreds of Tigrayan women gathered in Addis Ababa to observe the festival. These celebrations, which mark the end of the Filseta fast, were characterized by anxiety as participants expressed concern over resurfacing tensions between the Tigray People’s Liberation Front and the federal government.

Entities

Tigray · Mekelle · Tigray region · Addis Ababa · Ethiopian government

Timeline

20 days ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Tigrayan women celebrate Ashenda festival amid regional tensions
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21 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
Tigray cancels Ashenda festival celebrations amid drone attacks
The Ashenda festival in Ethiopia’s Tigray region has seen major celebrations cancelled following drone attacks in Mekelle and surrounding areas, amid rising fears of renewed conflict.

Sources

information.tv5monde.com · ipreunion.com · lesinguliersete.fr · newsethiopian.com · radiogeneration.co.ke · thereporterethiopia.com