CAIRO - 13 December 2021: The United States noted with grave concern unconfirmed new reports alleging egregious human rights abuses, atrocities, and destruction of civilian infrastructure by Tigrayan forces in the Amhara and Afar regions of Ethiopia. We also urge authorities to investigate these reports to determine their veracity and to commit to inclusive, transparent processes to hold responsible parties accountable." "The United States reiterates its support for diplomacy as the first, last, and only option to cease hostilities, just as we call for an end to human rights abuses and violations; negotiations without preconditions; unhindered humanitarian access; and the start to inclusive national dialogue." In the same month, Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) and the UN Human Rights Office released a report, revealing violations by all parties in the Tigray conflict of international human rights, humanitarian and refugee law, and possible war crimes and crimes against humanity. As per the Tigray conflict, hundreds of thousands have been displaced and the region was brought to the brink of famine.

Source: Ethiopian News December 13, 2021 18:25 UTC