General Yohannes (John Medid): A Life of Struggle and War Experiences

This report details the long struggle and military history of General Yohannes (John Medid), a high-ranking commander of the Tigray forces. Having joined the armed struggle in 1971, he participated in critical battles against the Derg regime since the inception of the TPLF. In an interview, the General shares his personal experiences, including severe thirst during battles near Axum, surviving critical injuries, and the heavy psychological toll of seeing his fellow fighters and commanders fall in combat. He reflects on his journey from a young fighter to his role as a commander of the Central Command until his retirement following the recent war in Tigray.