The war in northern Ethiopia that began in November 2020 has left millions in Tigray on the brink of famine. Since the Tigrayans’ army retreated into their region in December 2021, they have been surrounded by armies that have blockaded Tigray. In a paper I wrote last year, I revisited this history, in particular the seminal moment in relations between the Eritrean and Tigrayan liberation movements. There was a complete suspension of communication between the Eritrean and Tigrayan liberation fronts from 1985 to 1988. The Eritrean liberation front was in power in Eritrea, while the Tigrayan front led a coalition government in Ethiopia.

Source: Ethiopian News May 10, 2022 03:03 UTC