ICRC evacuates 161 people from Tigray region

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) announced it has successfully evacuated 161 people from the Tigray region. Among those evacuated are members of the Ethiopian Federal Police and their families, Ethiopian Airlines and Civil Aviation staff, as well as African Union observers. The ICRC stated that this humanitarian operation was conducted in its capacity as a neutral intermediary, following requests and agreements from all relevant parties involved. The mission aimed to ensure the safe passage of these individuals from the conflict-affected area. This successful transfer marks a significant coordinated humanitarian effort.