Tigrayan forces at war with Ethiopia’s government have pledged to withdraw from neighbouring regions in the north of the country in a sudden step towards a possible ceasefire after more than a year of brutal conflict. “We propose an immediate cessation of hostilities followed by negotiations,” Gebremichael said, saying the TDF were withdrawing from the regions of Amhara and Afar. Debretsion said he hoped the TDF withdrawal would force the international community to ensure that food aid could enter Tigray. Ethiopian authorities called for a ceasefire in June, as Tigrayan forces rebounded and made significant gains, including invading Amhara and Afar. Witnesses and survivors said many were being tortured and starved, or killed in attacks by Ethiopian-aligned forces.

Source: Ethiopian News December 20, 2021 17:20 UTC