Ethiopia’s Tigray region has called for federal intervention after a rival faction of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front seized control of the town of Adigrat. The interim administration, led by Getachew Reda, faces challenges following a split within the TPLF. Getachew has urged the federal government to take action against internal conflicts and uphold the Pretoria Agreement, as concerns grow over potential violence in the region.
As tensions escalate in Ethiopia’s Tigray region, local officials have requested federal intervention following the seizure of the town of Adigrat by a rival faction of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF). This region’s interim administration, led by Getachew Reda, was established in 2023 as part of a peace agreement that concluded a brutal two-year war. Since the conflict ended with a truce in November 2022, the TPLF has experienced a schism, resulting in two factions vying for leadership.
On Wednesday, Getachew Reda reported that Debretsion Gebremichael’s faction had taken control of Adigrat, raising concerns about potential renewed violence. Getachew had previously dismissed three senior military leaders, accusing them of instigating internal strife. He urged the federal government to recognize that those undermining the stability of the region do not represent the Tigrayan people or its interim administration.
In his statement, Getachew emphasized the need for federal support to prevent further destruction in Tigray, referencing the Pretoria Agreement designed to maintain peace. Calls for action were aimed at ensuring that the federal government does not ignore violations of this critical agreement. Meanwhile, there has been no immediate response from federal authorities, including the office of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, regarding the unfolding situation.
The situation in Ethiopia’s Tigray region is increasingly precarious as tensions between factions of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front could lead to renewed conflict. The call for federal intervention by local officials underscores the urgency of addressing these divisions to uphold the Pretoria Agreement and ensure the region’s stability. The response from federal authorities remains to be seen as the area grapples with its tumultuous history and current challenges.
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