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Ethiopia-Tigray conflict

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Professor Yacob Arsano Criticizes Egypt's Nile Stance Regarding AU Principles

Professor Yacob Arsano, a former member of Ethiopia's GERD negotiating team, stated that Egypt's position on the Nile River violates African Union principles regarding equitable utilization and cooperation. In an interview with ENA, Arsano argued that Egypt’s claim to exclusive ownership of the river’s waters hinders sustainable joint development. He further rejected third-party mediation in the dispute, advocating instead for the African Union principle of "African solutions to African problems" and asserting Ethiopia's sovereign right to develop water projects, noting that 86 percent of the river originates within its borders.

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Mawlid festivities cancelled in Ethiopia's Tigray region over drone strike fears

Mawlid festivities were cancelled in Ethiopia's Tigray region due to concerns regarding drone strikes. The cancellation was reported in a France 24 broadcast on August 26, 2026. This decision reflected ongoing security fears in the region.

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Tigray Virgin Mary festival cancelled over drone strike concerns

The Tigray regional government cancelled the annual Ashenda festival, which honors the Virgin Mary and celebrates women, following recent drone strikes in the region. Regional officials reported a strike in Mekelle on Thursday that injured 13 civilians, alongside earlier strikes near Dandera and in the Raya-Alamata district that caused multiple casualties. Dori Asgedom, head of Tigray's culture and tourism bureau, cited these ongoing drone attacks and the threat of war as the reasons for halting the stadium gathering. The Tigray regional administration subsequently urged the international community to condemn the violence and act to prevent further escalation.

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Renewed fighting reported in Ethiopia's Tigray region

Renewed fighting erupted in Ethiopia's Tigray region, featuring reports of heavy artillery and drone strikes between the Ethiopian federal army (ENDF) and the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF). Tensions escalated following months of military buildup, with the TPLF accusing federal forces of attacks near the Sudanese border and targeting Tigrayan soldiers with drone strikes. The situation involves historical regional actors, including the Eritrean government and the Fano militia, as well as broader geopolitical friction involving the ongoing conflict in Sudan and water disputes with Egypt.

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