The conflict in Ethiopia's Amhara region reached a critical point on Monday as Ethiopia's federal authorities acknowledge the loss of territories to militia fighters, reports Anadolu Agency. Both Bahir Dar, the regional capital, and the historic city of Gondar have become the epicenters of violent confrontations, leading to deep distress among the local population. The order aimed to merge security forces from Ethiopia's 11 regions into the federal forces, but it resulted in violent protests in Amhara. The uncertainty is haunting, and we don't know what the future holds," remarked Meseret Tekle, another Bahir Dar resident. Amid the escalating violence, the Tabor Medical Center in Bahir Dar has been inundated with cases of injuries.

Source: Ethiopian News August 07, 2023 17:45 UTC