The Ethiopian government has welcomed the leadership of former exiled rebel group, Patriotic Ginbot 7, PG7, back to the country. Earlier in June, they announced a unilateral ceasefire – suspended all armed operations – with the view to engage in peaceful struggle. The return marked an end to PG7’s armed struggle against Addis Ababa in the wake of political reforms launched by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. Abiy also met leader Berhanu Nega during a visit to the United States in August. The government said it had reached an agreement with key opposition parties over disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-rebels.

Source: Ethiopian News September 09, 2018 11:37 UTC