Darra district has become a scene of escalating violent conflicts as government forces separately battle the Fano militia and the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA). Bontu Girma, a social science student, told Addis Standard that she is remain stranded at the university two weeks after completing her exams, being uncertain when she will be able to reunite with her family. He explained that the Darra district security council is actively exploring ways to enable farmers to return to their villages and resume their farm works, while facilitating the transportation of supplies. In June, at least four civilians were killed in the district, in an attack residents and local officials attributed to "Fano militants." In December 2023, Addis Standard reported a relentless attack on the Dara district community spanning two days.

Source: Ethiopian News July 26, 2024 15:02 UTC