The TPLF, once Ethiopia's dominant force, has said that historic rival Eritrea again sent in forces as part of a major offensive with Ethiopian troops. Eritrea, one of the world's most closed nations with one of its most authoritarian governments, has been accused of heinous violence in the conflict. Access to northern Ethiopia is severely restricted and Tigray has been under a communications blackout for over a year. TPLF spokesman Kindeya Gebrehiwot earlier told AFP that a major offensive was coming from Eritrea. Combat had been concentrated around the southeastern border of Tigray, with the rebels pushing into the neighboring Amhara and Afar regions, sending residents fleeing.

Source: Ethiopian News September 03, 2022 02:54 UTC