25,000 Combatants Captured in Northern Ethiopia Conflict

Recent reports indicate that approximately 25,000 individuals have been captured or surrendered during the conflict in Northern Ethiopia. This figure includes combatants from the TPLF, Agew, Wollo Fano, and soldiers from the Eritrean Defense Forces. The text emphasizes that these detainees must be treated in accordance with international law, protected from abuse, violence, and intimidation. It urges the government to provide proper care and DDR (Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration) training to facilitate their return to peaceful civilian life. Ensuring humane treatment is presented as both a human rights obligation and a crucial step for future national reconciliation.