Ethiopian Federal Forces Reportedly Retake Mekelle Airport in Tigray
Ethiopia’s federal military has recaptured the main airport in Mekelle, the capital of the northern Tigray region, according to three sources cited in reports on Saturday.
The development was described as a major setback to an opposition alliance in its stronghold. Clashes have been reported between a rebel alliance and government forces in the area.
Details of the situation on the ground could not be independently verified from the available material.
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