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.
- 13-year-old girl killed in flag dispute in Borana's Moyale
Addis Standard · A 13-year-old girl was killed during a violent dispute over a flag in Moyale town, located in the Borana zone of the Oromia region. The incident reportedly stemmed fro…
- Ethiopian Parliament Approves New Cabinet Appointments Amid Opposition Silence
Addis Fortune · During a parliamentary session two weeks ago, ruling party members formally praised and welcomed the newly proposed cabinet appointments. Supporters of the government …
- UN Urges Cessation of Hostilities and Humanitarian Access in Tigray
The Reporter · United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Ethiopia, Ozonnia Ojielo, has issued an urgent appeal for an immediate cessation of hostilities in the Tigray …
- PM Abiy Ahmed Calls for Easier Cross-Border Trade Between Ethiopia and Kenya
Birr Metrics · Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has urged both Ethiopia and Kenya to reduce barriers to cross-border trade to better support farmers and businesses. During Kenya’s Mashujaa …
- PM Abiy Honors Kenya’s Heroes, Highlights Shared Legacy of Unity
ENA · Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed paid tribute to Kenya's heroes while emphasizing the shared history and cooperative future between Ethiopia and Kenya. In a recent statement,…
- Tigray regional government orders civil servants to report for duty in person
Tikvah Ethiopia · The Tigray Interim Administration has ordered all regional government employees to report for duty in person within three consecutive working days, starting from Octob…
- Ethiopia is a prisoner of history, not geography, says expertAddis Standard ·
Ethiopia’s status as a landlocked country is a result of historical events and political decisions rather than unchangeable geography, argues Daniel Kassahun. In his a…
- Tigray's Geopolitical Crisis and Escalating ConflictThe Reporter ·
Dr. Getachew Assefa has provided an analysis regarding the escalating security situation and geopolitical crisis in Tigray. The conflict has intensified significantly,…
- PM Abiy Says Eritrea Has Lost Its Former Economic Potential Since SecessionENA ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, in an interview with the Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation, stated that Eritrea has significantly lost its former economic potential since …
- PM Abiy Issues Warning to EritreaAddis Standard ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has issued a strong warning to the Eritrean government regarding the current state of bilateral relations. Abiy stated that if Eritrea reject…
- PM Abiy Ahmed Criticizes TPLF and Pretoria Agreement Implementation
BBC Tigrinya · Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed accused the TPLF of violating the 2022 Pretoria Peace Agreement. In a recent interview, he urged armed youth in Tigray to disarm and reintegr…
- Federal Government Establishes Interim Administration in TigrayBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The Ethiopian federal government announced on October 16, 2026, the establishment of an interim administration for the Tigray region, tasked with overseeing the area f…
- PM Abiy Ahmed Issues Strong Warning Regarding Eritrean AdministrationTikvah Ethiopia ·
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, in a recent interview with national television, warned the Eritrean government (PFDJ) to cease its destructive activities. The Prime Ministe…
- Getachew Reda Discusses Tigray's Current Situation with DiasporaTikvah Ethiopia ·
Getachew Reda, the Ethiopian Prime Minister's advisor on East African affairs, held a discussion with the Tigrayan diaspora and Eritrean opposition groups regarding th…
- 6 Killed and Others Abducted in Armed Attacks in Arsi ZoneTikvah Ethiopia ·
Six people have been killed and several others abducted in armed attacks across the Honkolo Wabe and Shirka districts in the Arsi Zone of the Oromia region, according …
- US Ambassador Ervin Massinga Discusses Peace and Regional TiesThe Reporter ·
US Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin J. Massinga has participated in an extensive interview regarding his diplomatic work and the current political climate in Ethiopia. Thr…
- Afar People's Party gains cabinet role as parliamentary opposition growsAddis Fortune ·
The Afar People's Party (APP) secured one seat in the federal legislative house during the June elections. Following this, the party's Chairman, Musa Adem, was appoint…
- Ethiopia Warns Somaliland Recognition Could Strengthen Terror GroupsAddis Standard ·
The Ethiopian government has warned that officially recognizing Somaliland could undermine regional counterterrorism efforts and inadvertently strengthen Al-Shabaab. T…
- Oromo intellectuals debate OLA-Fano alliance within 'Alliance for Survival'Addis Standard ·
Oromo intellectuals are actively debating the participation of the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) and Fano in the newly formed 'Alliance for Survival.' This alliance has …
- Alliance for Survival Rejects Rubio's Characterization of Ethiopia's ConflictAddis Standard ·
The Alliance for Survival has officially rejected comments made by US Senator Marco Rubio regarding the ongoing conflict in Ethiopia. The organization criticized the S…
- US Foreign Policy on Ethiopia: Analyzing the Trump Administration's Stance
Jawar Mohammed · The text analyzes the recent foreign policy statements from the incoming US Trump administration regarding Ethiopia. The administration characterizes armed groups with…
- Robbery Attempt Reported in Gambella; Authorities Issue WarningTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Gambella City Peace and Security Office reported that organized groups attempted to loot homes of displaced individuals this morning, prompting security forces to …
- 11 People Killed by Militants in Sodo Woreda, East Gurage ZoneTikvah Ethiopia ·
Residents of Sodo Woreda in the East Gurage Zone of Central Ethiopia have reported a severe security crisis. According to local sources, at least 11 farmers have been …
- Humanitarian Aid Reaches Northern Ethiopia, UNOCHA ReportsThe Reporter ·
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) has reported that humanitarian aid has reached Northern Ethiopia. According to an updat…
- Drone attacks controversy and denial by political groupsJawar Mohammed ·
Following drone attacks in Addis Ababa and Bishoftu, member organizations of a coalition are reportedly denying involvement to the United States government. These grou…
- Self-Defense Alliance Responds to US Secretary of StateBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The newly formed 'Self-Defense Alliance' (Tumsi of Baraaruu) has rejected comments made by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding the security situation in Ethiop…
- Shift in Alliances in Northern Ethiopia Conflict and its ImplicationsBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The alliances in the Northern Ethiopia conflict have shifted significantly compared to the 2020-2022 period. Previously, Amhara militias and Eritrean forces fought alo…
- Marco Rubio comments on Ethiopia's current situationTikvah Ethiopia ·
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described armed groups fighting the federal government in Ethiopia as "separatists" and stated that the US understands the government…
- Tigray Interim Administration and Challenges of Democratic TransitionThe Reporter ·
The Tigray Interim Regional Administration, established following the Pretoria Agreement to end the 2020-2022 civil war, faces significant challenges in stabilizing th…
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Comments on Ethiopia's Security SituationBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has condemned the drone attack reportedly carried out by TPLF militants on Addis Ababa, labeling it a terrorist act. During recent me…
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Warns Against Ethiopia-Eritrea Border Escalation
Capital Ethiopia · U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed concerns regarding the rising border tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea. Following reports of increased troop move…
- Russia Expresses Readiness to Mediate Between Ethiopia and EritreaBBC Tigrinya ·
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Alimov announced that Russia is ready to mediate between Ethiopia and Eritrea to resolve rising tensions on the sidelines of …
- Federal Government Establishes Interim Administration in TigrayBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The Ethiopian federal government has announced the establishment of a six-month interim administration for the Tigray region. Operating under federal oversight, this a…
- Tigray Peace Force comments on regional security and Eritrean troop presenceTikvah Ethiopia ·
Mengisteab Tesfay, head of media and communication for the Tigray Peace Force, stated that security conditions in the Tigray region are improving, with towns returning…
- AU Approves 2027 Budget and Sanctions Defaulting Member StatesThe Reporter ·
The African Union's Executive Council has formally approved a total budget of USD 800 million for the 2027 fiscal year. Alongside this financial decision, the AU intro…
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