Lt. Gen. Tsadkan Gebretensae Announces Retirement from Armed Struggle

Lieutenant General Tsadkan Gebretensae, in an interview with TBS, announced his retirement from any organized armed struggle. Describing the TPLF's leadership as a burden that had been placed on the people of Tigray, the General admitted this was a mistake and characterized the removal of that burden as a significant victory. Tsadkan stated that there are no remaining Tigrayan demands to be resolved through war, emphasizing that many issues can be addressed through peaceful means. He declared that his active role in the struggle has concluded, and he will no longer align with any organized force. However, he expressed his readiness to contribute to the people of Tigray in matters concerning peace, advice, and reconciliation when needed.