'Alliance for Survival' Reaffirms Continued Struggle Against Ethiopian Government

The 'Alliance for Survival', a coalition of seven political and armed groups, has reaffirmed its commitment to continue its struggle against the Ethiopian federal government, labeling it a 'common enemy'. In a video statement, the coalition accused the government of lacking both the capacity and the will to maintain peace or uphold the rule of law. This statement follows remarks by the Ethiopian National Defense Forces Chief of Staff, Field Marshal Berhanu Jula, claiming the group had been defeated. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed deep concern over civilian casualties in the Amhara and Tigray regions, specifically citing recent drone strikes that killed children and women, and has urged all parties to prioritize peace. Political analysts suggest the coalition's new statement indicates a convergence of their political and military strategies.