Gambella Imposes Indefinite Curfew Following Deadly Attack
Gambella city has imposed an indefinite curfew and banned unauthorized firearms after a deadly overnight attack by unidentified individuals. Widespread power outages have affected the city, and smoke was observed rising from government offices and hotels. The regional police commission reported fatalities and expressed deep sorrow regarding the loss of life. Authorities have restricted all pedestrian and vehicular movement from 6:00 p.m. Tuesday until 6:00 p.m. Wednesday. The commission is currently coordinating with federal and regional security forces to investigate the incident. Efforts to reach city police for further official comment on the extent of the damage remain ongoing.
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