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.
- 50,000 Displaced to Kenya Following Clashes in Moyale
BBC Tigrinya · Over 50,000 people have fled to Kenya following violent clashes in the border town of Moyale, according to the UN Refugee Agency. The conflict, which has paralyzed tra…
- Analysis on Moyale conflict and the role of federal governance
Addis Fortune · Ibrahim Issack argues that the recurring security crises in Moyale should be viewed through the lens of governance and the functionality of federal institutions rather…
- PM Abiy and senior officials undergo military training in HursoBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced that government cabinet members and other senior officials are currently undergoing military training at the Hurso milita…
- At Least 12 Killed in Drone Strike in Rama TownBBC Amharic ·
Eyewitnesses and hospital sources have reported to the BBC that at least 12 people were killed in a three-day drone strike campaign in Rama town, Central Tigray. The m…
- Former President Dr. Mulatu Teshome discusses sea access and regional relations
Tikvah Ethiopia · Former Ethiopian President Dr. Mulatu Teshome stated that Ethiopia's demand for sea access is a fundamental national agenda essential for the country's economic surviv…
- Defense Minister Visits Gafat Armament Industry
Natnael Mekonnen · Defense Minister Mohammed Idris visited the Gafat Armament Engineering Industry to assess its operational progress. The Minister commended the facility's post-reform a…
- Drone attack on IDP camp in South Wollo kills 16Tikvah Ethiopia ·
A drone attack struck the Jari No. 2 IDP camp in South Wollo zone on October 29, 2026 (Tikimt 19, 2019 E.C.). According to camp committee members, 14 people were kille…
- Mahibere Kidusan and others protest against recent killings in Arsi
DW Amharic · Mahibere Kidusan has demanded justice and accountability following the killing of 60 worshipers in the Arsi zone of Oromia. The organization strongly criticized the fe…
- Somali Region Peace Council condemns ongoing Moyale conflictDW Amharic ·
The Somali Region Peace and Unity Council has issued a strong condemnation of the ongoing, multi-day conflict in Moyale. Council representative Ugaas Ali Boru describe…
- Moyale clashes continue for ninth day, causing displacement and service disruptions
Addis Standard · Clashes in Moyale have entered their ninth day, leading to significant civilian displacement and severe disruption of essential services. Thousands of residents have f…
- Ethiopia’s return to sea access is inevitable, Navy Commander saysAddis Standard ·
Ethiopian Navy Commander Vice Admiral Endashaw Tilahun has asserted that Ethiopia's return to sea access is inevitable. In a recent statement, the Commander emphasized…
- Over 50,000 displaced by Moyale border conflictBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The United Nations reports that over 50,000 people have fled into Kenya due to ongoing conflict in the border town of Moyale. The violence, which began following a fla…
- UN Special Envoy Commends Ethiopia’s Role in Regional Peace
ENA · The UN Special Envoy has praised Ethiopia's contribution to regional peace and security, highlighting the importance of the annual Tana Forum held in Bahir Dar. In an …
- Saudi Arabia denies suspending domestic worker recruitment from EthiopiaAddis Standard ·
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has officially denied reports claiming that it suspended the recruitment of domestic workers from Eth…
- Ethiopians Report Attacks and Threats in Somaliland, Puntland, and Somali RegionBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
Ethiopians residing in Borama (Somaliland), Garowe (Puntland), and Jigjiga report targeted attacks and harassment following conflicts in Moyale. Residents in Borama st…
- Renewed conflict in Tigray risks worsening humanitarian crisisAddis Standard ·
An op-ed piece published by Addis Standard warns that renewed fighting in Ethiopia's Tigray region is exacerbating an already severe humanitarian crisis. Author Gebrem…
- 18 Killed in Drone Attack on Jari No. 2 IDP Camp in South WolloBBC Amharic ·
A drone attack on the 'Jari No. 2' IDP camp in the Tehuledere district of South Wollo, Amhara Region, has killed 18 people, according to camp residents and hospital so…
- Former official Dheressa Magarsa sentenced to 13 years in prison
Jawar Mohammed · Dheressa Magarsa has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for corruption and illegal land grabbing. He was previously accused of involvement in 120 criminal activities…
- Conflict in Moyale Over Flag Raising Leads to CasualtyAddis Fortune ·
A 13-year-old girl was killed in Moyale, 756km south of Addis Ababa, during an outbreak of violence on October 18, 2026. The conflict erupted when the town administrat…
- Ethiopia supports UAE diplomat's bid for UN Secretary-General roleAddis Standard ·
Ethiopia has officially announced its support for a UAE diplomat's candidacy for the position of United Nations Secretary-General. The bid comes at a time of increasin…
- Sudan accuses Ethiopia again of involvement in drone strikesBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
The Sudanese government has again accused Ethiopia of facilitating drone strikes targeting electricity infrastructure, fuel depots, and civil facilities within Sudan. …
- Over 20 people arrested in Sirka Woreda, Arsi Zone, Oromia, following recent attackBBC Tigrinya ·
Over 20 people have been arrested by security forces in Sirka Woreda, Arsi Zone, Oromia region, after arriving to help victims or attend funerals following a recent at…
- President Isaias Afwerki calls for respect for national sovereigntyBBC Tigrinya ·
Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki, attending the Russia-Africa summit in Moscow, stated that regional stability is impossible without respecting national sovereignty a…
- Moyale conflict and the impact of social media misinformationBBC Afaan Oromoo ·
A violent conflict in Moyale between Oromo and Somali communities has resulted in casualties and mass displacement. Tensions escalated following the death of a 13-year…
- Ethiopia Takes Delivery of 12 Su-35 Fighter JetsBBC Amharic ·
Ethiopia has officially taken delivery of 12 Su-35 fighter jets and plans to acquire four S-400 air defense missile system batteries in the near future. Prime Minister…
- Ethiopia's Arms Procurement and its Economic ImplicationsDW Amharic ·
Political economy analyst Shewaferahu Shitahun stated that while Ethiopia's procurement of modern weaponry is not inherently wrong, the country must focus on economic …
- Moyale Conflict: Over 60,000 Flee into KenyaDW Amharic ·
Nearly 60,000 people have fled across the border into Kenya following recent violence in the border town of Moyale, situated between the Oromia and Somali regions. The…
- Over 20 people reported detained without trial in West OromiaDW Amharic ·
Over 20 individuals in the Sayu Nole district of West Oromia have reportedly been detained for months without appearing before a court. According to legal expert Kenes…
- Ethiopian News Agency Signs Cooperation Agreement with Russia's TASSENA ·
The Ethiopian News Agency (ENA) has signed a cooperation agreement with the Russian news agency TASS. The agreement was signed in Moscow on the sidelines of the Russia…
- The Expulsion of Eritrean Diplomats and Legal ComplexitiesDW Amharic ·
Legal experts suggest that the controversy surrounding the expulsion of Eritrean diplomats from Addis Ababa could be resolved through tripartite dialogue. Eritrea argu…
- Ethiopian People's Forces Coalition Accuses Government of ViolenceDW Amharic ·
The Ethiopian People’s Forces Coalition has accused the government of direct and indirect involvement in the killing and displacement of civilians in Wellega, Arsi, Mo…
- New Police Leadership Appointed in Tigray RegionTikvah Ethiopia ·
The Tigray Regional Police has announced the appointment of new leadership for the regional police commission. Colonel Gebreyohannes Abate (Wedi Abate) has been appoin…
- Putin Hails Surge in Ethiopia-Russia Trade to 1.3 Billion USDENA ·
Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on the sidelines of the Third Russia–Africa Summit in Moscow. Putin highlighted a significan…
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