In Ethiopia’s restive Oromia region, a violent attack claimed the lives of numerous civilians last Friday.
Local authorities attribute the atrocity to the Fano militia, a group active in neighboring Amhara.
Precise casualty figures remain unclear amidst the ongoing turmoil.
Reports indicate at least 20 civilians died, and three were kidnapped.
The attack occurred roughly 300 kilometers west of Addis Ababa, the nation’s capital.
This region faces persistent instability, fueled by political divisions and land disputes.
The Oromo Liberation Army has waged an insurrection since 2018, further destabilizing the area.
The Fano militia, known for clashes with government forces, now extends its reach.
Ethiopia grapples with conflicts in its most populous regions, Amhara and Oromia.
The nation’s recent history includes the devastating Tigray conflict, which resulted in an estimated 600,000 deaths.
This new wave of violence deepens the country’s ongoing crisis.
