But the relationship has soured over what some in the region say is a disregard by the national government for Amhara's security. Spokespeople for Ethiopia's federal government and the Amhara regional administration did not respond to requests for comment on Wednesday. The doctor said the hospital had received three people with serious injuries and 10 with minor injuries, including wounds from gunshots and heavy weapons. "The fighting continued today on the outskirts of town," the doctor said, adding the road into Debre Tabor was closed. On Tuesday, the state-owned Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation quoted ENDF spokesperson Colonel Getnet Adane as saying the military would take action against Fano for "disturbing the country’s peace".

Source: Ethiopian News August 02, 2023 12:11 UTC