Ethiopian news in English · Politics
The latest news from Ethiopia, from Tikvah, Addis Standard, The Reporter, BBC and more, summarized in English. Updated every 15 minutes.
- Eritrean Forces Reportedly Cross Ethiopian Border Moving Toward Central Tigray
Jawar Mohammed · International media outlets are reporting that the Eritrean army has officially crossed the Ethiopian border and is advancing past Adigrat toward central Tigray. Curre…
- Beyond Irro’s U.S. Visit: Next steps for Washington–Hargeisa relations
Addis Standard · Somaliland President Irro made a high-profile visit to the United States in September, securing significant access to American lawmakers, policy institutions, and busi…
- Lopsided Votes Reported in Regional Councils for President
Addis Fortune · Reports indicate that voting within regional councils for the President yielded highly lopsided results in favor of the candidate. In the Oromia Regional Council, a to…
- Eritrean Troops Reportedly Deploy in Tigray Amid Rising Tensions with EthiopiaAddis Standard ·
Eritrean soldiers have reportedly deployed in parts of the Tigray region amid escalating tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea. A local official in Adigrat informed AF…
- Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia, and Sudan Sign El-Alamein Declaration; Ethiopia Responds
BBC Afaan Oromoo · Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud signed the 'El-Alamein Declaration' alongside leaders from Egypt, Eritrea, and Sudan in the Egyptian city of El-Alamein. The joi…
- Eritrean troops enter Adigrat; Government forces advance in Agula' and Hagereselam
Tikvah Ethiopia · Residents of Adigrat have reported that Eritrean troops have entered the city and are moving towards the regional capital, Mekelle. Locals noted the presence of these …
- Parliament Approves Proclamation on Federal Executive OrganizationTikvah Ethiopia ·
The House of Peoples' Representatives has unanimously approved a draft proclamation to determine the naming, organization, powers, and duties of federal executive bodi…
- Ministry of Planning and Development to Become Ministry of National Strategy
Capital Ethiopia · The House of People's Representatives of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia convened its first extraordinary session to discuss key structural legislation. Th…
- Renewed Fighting Escalates in Tigray and Neighboring RegionsAddis Fortune ·
Renewed armed conflict in northern Ethiopia has escalated rapidly across multiple fronts since September 2026. On September 23, 2026, forces operating under the Tigray…
- Foreign Ministry Plans to Finance Headquarters Restoration via Local PartnersAddis Fortune ·
According to Foreign Affairs Minister Gedion Timotheos (PhD), Ethiopia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has decided to finance the restoration of its headquarters through…
- Analysis Raises Concerns Over Integrating Former Rebels into Security ForcesJawar Mohammed ·
A security analysis highlights potential long-term risks associated with the Ethiopian federal government's approach to integrating former ethno-nationalist rebels int…
- Dr. Desalegn Chane Denies Reports of Cabinet Appointment as Fake NewsTikvah Ethiopia ·
Former House of Peoples' Representatives member Dr. Desalegn Chane has refuted social media rumors claiming he was appointed as the Minister of Labor and Skills by Pri…
- One Killed, Six Injured as Federal Police Open Fire in Negele BoranaAddis Standard ·
A fatal shooting incident occurred in Negele Borana, located within the Oromia region, involving federal police officers and local residents. According to reported det…
- Israeli Foreign Minister Holds Talks with Ethiopian CounterpartTikvah Ethiopia ·
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar held talks with Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gideon Timotheos regarding bilateral relations and regional stability. The ministers di…
- Stability Reported in Mekelle, Axum, and Maychew Following Entrance of Federal and Tigray Peace ForcesBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Residents of Mekelle, Axum, and Maychew report that the situation in these towns has stabilized following the entry of federal government forces and Tigray peace force…
- Eritrea Seeks Renewed Engagement as Red Sea Tensions Heighten Its Strategic ValueAddis Standard ·
Eritrean officials are actively positioning the country to re-engage with foreign investors and expand international trade opportunities. The diplomatic and economic p…
- Former Sidama Regional Council Speaker Says Her Facebook Account Was HackedTikvah Ethiopia ·
Former Sidama Regional Council Speaker Ms. Fantaye Kebede has denied writing an apology letter posted on her Facebook page, claiming her account was hacked. The post h…
- National Dialogue Commission Hands Over Agendas and Recommendations to LawmakersAddis Fortune ·
The Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission has officially submitted its compiled agendas and policy recommendations to federal lawmakers. This key step took place last…
- Young Men Flee Tigray Amid Fears of Forced RecruitmentCapital Ethiopia ·
Reports indicate that young men are fleeing the Tigray region due to growing fears of forced recruitment into armed forces. Human Rights Watch previously issued a repo…
- Somalia Says Ethiopia Can Use Its Ports via Mogadishu NegotiationsAddis Standard ·
Somalia is open to allowing landlocked Ethiopia to utilize its seaports for commercial activities, provided the terms are formally negotiated with the central governme…
- PM Abiy Ahmed Confirms Constitutional Overhaul Based on National DialogueCapital Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has officially confirmed that Ethiopia is set to undertake significant constitutional amendments. According to a report by Eyasu Zekarias for…
- Amnesty Urges AU Emergency Session as Fighting Spreads Across Northern Ethiopia
The Reporter · Amnesty International has officially called on the African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) to convene an emergency session regarding the escalating crisis in …
- Ethiopia’s Converging Conflicts Pose Rising Regional Risks in the Horn of AfricaAddis Standard ·
A new op-ed by Adam Daud Ahmed published in Addis Standard warns that Ethiopia’s renewed fighting risks escalating far beyond a simple return to war in the Tigray regi…
- EU Urges Ethiopia and Eritrea to De-escalate TensionsAddis Standard ·
The European Union has issued an urgent call to both Ethiopia and Eritrea, urging them to immediately de-escalate growing tensions between the two nations. The regiona…
- Military Movements in Eastern Tigray Spark Fears of Renewed ConflictBBC Tigrinya ·
Residents in eastern Tigray, particularly in and around the town of Wukro, have expressed growing fears over a potential resurgence of conflict due to significant mili…
- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Reappointed for Another Five-Year Term by ParliamentBBC Tigrinya ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has been reappointed by the House of Peoples' Representatives to lead the country for another five-year term following the 7th national elect…
- Mekelle services restored as city life resumes despite security concernsTikvah Ethiopia ·
Phone, internet, and banking services have been restored in Mekelle following the arrival of the national defense forces and regional peace forces. Residents report th…
- House of Peoples' Representatives Re-elects Dr. Abiy Ahmed as Prime MinisterCapital Ethiopia ·
The House of Peoples' Representatives has officially held its inaugural assembly following the 7th general election, which took place on Ginbot 24, 2018 E.C. During th…
- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Sworn in for Second TermCapital Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) has officially taken the oath of office for his second term as the leader of Ethiopia. Following his re-election, he will serve as the …
- PM Abiy Vows Ethiopia Will Secure Sea Access and Strengthen Regional RoleAddis Standard ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) addressed a joint session of parliament following his appointment by the House of Peoples’ Representatives to lead Ethiopia for the nex…
- PM Abiy Ahmed Outlines Government Priorities Following Re-election for Next Five YearsBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed outlined key priorities for his administration's upcoming term after being re-elected to lead Ethiopia for the next five years. Addressing th…
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