This peace process will also include mutually acceptable mediators," the statement said, further outlining additional asks from the regional government that the AU-led peace process to include "international observers who help the parties build mutual trust, instill confidence in the peace process, and support and oversee the implementation of commitments; and international experts to provide necessary guidance and advise on the integrity of the peace process." However, both the federal and the regional governments did not issue official statements on the alleged meeting. "The Government of Tigray will do everything it can to make sure that this cessation of hostilities is a success," the statement said. Tigray Regional President Debretsion provided the international community a letter to be passed to the Government of Ethiopia providing security guarantees for those who need to work to restore services. As of the publishing of this news, the federal government has not commented on Sunday's statement from the Tigray regional state government.

Source: Ethiopian News September 12, 2022 23:04 UTC