He was only released after developing serious health issues that persist today, Human Rights Watch stated. In addition, Ethiopian authorities have recently arrested at least five other prominent opposition politicians, Human Rights Watch said. The arrests coincide with mounting pressures on journalists in Ethiopia as well, Human Rights Watch reported. “These latest arrests demonstrate that in Ethiopia today, no one is safe from arbitrary arrest and detention,” Human Rights Watch said. The number of Ethiopian journalists in detention has risen to eight by the end of 2023, which CPJ said highlights the significant challenges facing the nation’s media environment.

Source: Ethiopian News March 05, 2024 09:22 UTC