Reports indicate that the TPLF faction under Debretsion Gebremicael has assumed control of the airport in Mekelle, while Getachew Reda has reportedly fled to Addis Ababa. Allegations of military actions against civilians and external involvement have arisen, with Eritrea’s Minister of Information responding critically to escalating tensions and remarks by Tsadkan Gebretensae.
According to reports from TesfaNews, a pro-Eritrean government news outlet, the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) faction led by Debretsion Gebremicael has gained control of the Alula Aba Nega airport in Mekelle. Additionally, it has been reported that Getachew Reda has fled to Addis Ababa. However, further confirmation from independent sources is pending.
In a social media update, Getachew Reda alleged that military forces loyal to his faction have been engaged in actions against civilians, stating that protests have turned violent. He claimed civilians are being shot at randomly, leading to numerous casualties in Adigudom and parts of Mekelle. Reda suggests that external forces are involved in these actions against the interim government.
The Ethiopian government has yet to issue a response regarding the developments in the Tigray region. Concurrently, Eritrea’s Minister for Information, Yemane Gebremeskel, criticized Tsadkan Gebretensae’s claims that a potential war between Eritrea and Ethiopia could erupt. Gebremeskel firmly stated that Tigray must not serve as a battleground for this conflict.
Yemane Gebremeskel condemned Tsadkan as an advocate of aggression against Eritrea and accused him of perpetuating a narrative of enmity with Ethiopia. He noted that Tsadkan’s remarks about preparations for war underline his alignment with war-mongering agendas. Gebremeskel asserted that such statements are aimed at inciting conflict, disguising them under a façade of seeking peace.
The situation in Mekelle is tense with reports indicating a shift in power as Debretsion Gebremicael’s faction takes control of the airport. Getachew Reda has raised concerns over civilian casualties amid military actions. The Ethiopian government has not commented on these developments, while Eritrea’s response highlights ongoing tensions in the region and critical comments towards the narrative presented by Tsadkan Gebretensae. Overall, the complexities of the political and military landscape demand careful monitoring as events unfold.
Original Source: borkena.com
