From The Conversation · Alemayehu Fentaw Weldemariam · · 1m 10s
Ethiopia Slides Back Toward War
Ethiopia's TPLF rebels seize government positions as conflict escalates.
In brief
Ethiopia's TPLF rebels seize government positions as conflict escalates. Ethiopia's TPLF rebels seized government positions in northern Ethiopia on Sept 23, 2026, triggering renewed fighting with federal forces and regional allies. Originally reported by The Conversation.
Tigray conflict resurges
TPLF forces seized government positions in northern Ethiopia on Sept 23, 2026.
New alliance forms
Seven armed groups announced a new alliance opposing the federal government.
Federal government claims
Federal forces claimed to have entered Alamata on Sept 28, 2026.
Tensions escalate
Federal air and drone attacks targeted Tigray’s schools and aid centers.
Root causes
Unresolved federalism and regional autonomy disputes fuel the conflict.
2022 ceasefire failure
The Pretoria ceasefire agreement lacked political implementation.
Eritrea’s role
Eritrea accused of supporting the new alliance with Ethiopia.
Sudan’s involvement
Sudan accused Ethiopia of backing rebel groups in its civil war.
Trade corridor risks
Ethiopia’s trade with Djibouti could be disrupted by regional fighting.
Regional escalation
Ethiopia-Eritrea conflict could become a direct war.
What happens next
Immediate ceasefire restoration and inclusive negotiations are needed.
Consequence
Ethiopia risks regional war with Sudan and Eritrea.
The key point
Ethiopia's TPLF rebels seized government positions in northern Ethiopia on Sept 23, 2026, triggering renewed fighting with federal forces and regional allies.
