At a briefing for journalists in Geneva, a spokesperson the UN agency said that unidentified assailants targeted Barahle camp on 3 February after fighting engulfed the area, according to harrowing accounts provided by refugees. “According to their testimonies, at least five refugees were killed. Another 10,000 refugees are also reported to be living in Afdera town, some 225 kilometres from Semera, added the UN official. That alert came after air strikes in and near the camps of Mai Aini and Adi Harush, home to more than 25,000 refugees. “With yet another refugee camp severely impacted, UNHCR remains extremely worried about the safety and wellbeing of thousands of Eritrean refugees caught up in the conflict,” Mr. Cheshirkov warned.

Source: Ethiopian News February 18, 2022 16:22 UTC