Intense clashes between Fano forces and government soldiers have erupted across the Amhara region of Ethiopia, particularly in Gojjam, Gondar, and Shoa. While government forces attempt to claim victories, Fano sources assert military gains amid ongoing battles. Casualty figures remain unclear, with conflicting reports on losses.
In the Amhara region of Ethiopia, Fano forces and government soldiers are engaged in ongoing battles across four major areas. Intense fighting has occurred over the past two days, notably in Gojjam, where government troops attempted to advance into Quarit town, leading to fierce confrontations with Fano forces that reportedly resulted in government losses, although Fano casualties remain unconfirmed.
Furthermore, skirmishes were reported in the Debrework and Gendewoin areas of East Gojjam. Government forces aimed to reposition troops towards the Gambore and Felegeberhan regions, while Fano forces claim they achieved a military advantage from an attack launched from Gorche mountain. Reports suggest casualties, including military commanders on the government side.
In Gondar, multiple locations including Debmia, Robit, and Chuahit have witnessed joint assaults from various Fano factions against government positions, which resulted in claimed military successes for Fano. However, details regarding any losses sustained by these groups remain unspecified.
Battles also erupted in Jiru town, where intense fighting occurred involving government mechanized units. Residents reported seeing heavy weaponry destroyed, yet casualties from this engagement have not been disclosed. This region is strategically significant, located within a 100-kilometer radius of the capital, Addis Ababa, and has seen the deployment of commando units.
Contrastingly, the Ethiopian Defense Force asserts a significant victory in these conflicts. Lt. General Assefa Chekol, commander of the North East Command, commented, “We have cleared the area of extremists, and peace is restored.”
The ongoing conflict in Ethiopia’s Amhara region highlights the intense clashes between Fano forces and the government. Notable skirmishes in Gojjam, Gondar, and Shoa have resulted in both claimed victories and unspecified casualties. The government maintains that peace has been restored, despite the persistent engagements that suggest a complex and evolving situation in the region.
Original Source: borkena.com
