Government Forces Seize Capital of Ethiopia's Tigray Region
The Ethiopian military and militia forces took control of Mekelle, dealing a major blow to the TPLF-led opposition.
The Ethiopian army and pro-government militia forces have regained control of Mekelle, the capital of the Tigray region. This development is considered a major setback for the TPLF-led opposition alliance that has been governing the region.
Control Established in Mekelle
The pro-government militia group known as the Tigray Peace Forces announced via social media that their fighters had taken control of the Mekelle city center.
TPLF Retreated
The Tigray People's Liberation Front, which leads the opposition alliance, reported that they had withdrawn from the capital and that the regional administration would temporarily operate from another location.
Regional Conflict Risk
Following the major offensive launched in September, as federal forces' rapid counter-offensive continues, analysts point out that the clashes carry the risk of spreading to a wider region.
Statement from Egypt
The Egyptian foreign ministry denied allegations that it supported the TPLF and its allies, emphasizing that the country is not taking sides in the internal crisis.