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400 students returning home from exams trapped by conflict in Darra district, Oromia region
On 08 July, students arrived at Salale University in Fiche town to attend a school leaving exam (Photo: Salale University/Facebook)…
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Three killed following new attack in North Shoa, Oromia region, 400 students stranded at Salale University amid escalating insecurity
On 08 July, students arrived at Salale University in Fiche town to attend a school leaving exam (Photo: Salale University/Facebook)…
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Over 15 students held in Shashamene without court appearance amid OLA allegations
According to sources, more than 15 students have been detained by the police in Shashamene City, located in the West…
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Conflict claims lives of three civilians in Darra district, Oromia region; another three reportedly killed by ‘gov’t forces’ in West Wollega
The ongoing conflict in the Darra district of North Shewa Zone, involving armed groups as well as government forces, has…
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Security apparatus’s failure to stop kidnapping for ransom is a national crisis. The time for action is now!
Millions in Ethiopia are living in fear of becoming the next victim of this harrowing crime. Illustration: Matias Samuel/Addis Standard…
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Milo Urgessa, brother of late Batte Urgessa, remains detained despite court release order, says family member
Milo Urgessa (left), the brother of the late Batte Urgessa, a prominent Oromo political figure who was assassinated three months…
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Mecha and Tulema Association marks 60th anniversary with celebrations
(Photo: Mecha Tulema Self-Help Association) Addis Abeba – The Mecha and Tulema Self-Help Association celebrated its 60th anniversary yesterday in Addis Abeba…
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OFC alleges widespread ‘arrests, beatings, and displacement’ in Oromia, calls for dialogue amid “unprecedented crisis” in the region
In a press release issued on 14 July, 2024, the central committee of the Oromo Federalist Congress (OFC) stated that…
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Human rights council urges gov’t action as ‘most’ kidnapped university students remain in captivity
(Photo: Ethiopian Human Rights Council) Addis Abeba – The Ethiopian Human Rights Council (EHRC) has reported that a significant number of students…
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In-Depth Analysis
Underlying proliferation of armed conflicts and worsening security crisis in Ethiopia
In March, 2024 the Joint Security and Intelligence Task Force confiscated weapons, currency notes of different countries, bank books, and…
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