The United States is encouraged by "incremental progress" on peace and reconciliation efforts in Ethiopia, 20 months after a cease-fire was implemented in the northern Tigray region, according to a senior U.S. official. Mike Hammer, U.S. special envoy for the Horn of Africa: I did see some progress during my recent visit. VOA: Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said, “War crimes, crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing” took place in the Tigray war. Hammer: It's very important that we called out the war crimes, crimes against humanity, and atrocities that were committed. VOA: Do you see a resumption of Sudan peace talks soon?

Source: Ethiopian News July 16, 2024 17:37 UTC