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- 1UN human rights chief urges de-escalation in Ethiopia fighting▼UN High Commissioner for Human Rights urges de-escalation as fighting intensifies in Ethiopia
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called for de-escalation as fighting intensifies in Ethiopia. The appeal highlights growing concern over the impact of renewed hostilities on civilians, and comes amid reports of worsening conditions on the ground. Observers are watching for whether the parties to the conflict respond to international pressure to step back.
- 2Ethiopia accuses Eritrea and Sudan of backing Tigray rebels●Ethiopia accuses Eritrea, Sudan of backing Tigray rebels amid clashes
Ethiopia has publicly accused Eritrea and Sudan of supporting Tigrayan forces amid renewed clashes in the country's north, further straining relations with both neighbours. The claim marks an escalation in rhetoric around the conflict and raises fears of the fighting drawing in outside powers and destabilising the already volatile Horn of Africa region.
- 3Fresh fighting in Tigray raises fears of new Ethiopian war▼Is Ethiopia on the verge of another civil war as fighting erupts in Tigray?
Fighting has erupted in Ethiopia's Tigray region, prompting warnings that the country could slide back into civil war barely two years after the devastating conflict there ended with a 2022 peace deal. Observers are asking whether renewed clashes between forces in the region and federal authorities could unravel that agreement and reignite large-scale war.
- 4UN urges more funding as El Nino threatens Horn of Africa▼UN official urges more funding as El Nino threatens Horn of Africa
A United Nations official has called for increased funding as El Nino conditions threaten the Horn of Africa, a region still reeling from years of drought and food insecurity. The warning comes as governments and aid agencies brace for extreme weather that could worsen hunger across Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya and neighbouring countries, with Sudan's conflict adding to regional strain.
- 5Ethiopia risks a wider war: five things to know▼Ethiopia risks a wider war. Here are 5 things to know
Attention is turning to Ethiopia amid warnings that the country risks sliding into a wider war. Coverage lays out five key points to understand the situation, amid concern that renewed fighting could draw in additional forces and destabilise the wider Horn of Africa region.
- 6Ethiopia's army promises restraint amid civil war fears▼Ethiopia’s army promises restraint amid fears of new civil war
Ethiopia's military has pledged to show restraint as concerns grow that the country could slide back into a new civil war. The promise comes amid rising tensions, with observers warning that renewed large-scale conflict remains a serious risk for the region.
- 7Ethiopia slides back into war: who is involved and why▼Ethiopia slides back into war. Who is involved and why?
Reporting indicates Ethiopia is sliding back into war, renewing concern about renewed large-scale conflict in the country. Observers are asking which armed and political actors are involved and what is driving the escalation. Details on the parties, causes and scale of the fighting remain unclear from current coverage.
- 8Heavy Fighting and Internet Disruption Grip Ethiopia●Heavy Fighting, Internet Disruption as Ethiopia Conflict Rages
Heavy fighting is under way in Ethiopia, accompanied by a widespread internet disruption as the conflict intensifies. The blackout is cutting off communications and making it harder to verify the situation on the ground. Observers are watching closely given the country's history of devastating wars and the potential for regional spillover.
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Conflict in Ethiopia remains a focus of expert analysis, with monitors and researchers offering assessments of the security situation and the human toll. Analysts continue to track violence and displacement across affected regions, warning that instability persists despite reported peace efforts. The situation remains fluid and closely watched internationally.
- 10Ethiopia accuses Egypt and Sudan of backing anti-Abiy alliance▼Ethiopia accuses Egypt and Sudan of backing alliance against Abiy
Ethiopia has publicly accused Egypt and Sudan of backing an alliance against Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, sharpening tensions between the three countries. The claim escalates an already strained dispute in the Nile region, where Ethiopia's Grand Renaissance Dam and Sudan's internal conflict have long fueled mistrust between Addis Ababa, Cairo and Khartoum.
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Rebel groups in Ethiopia have announced the formation of a new alliance as fighting intensifies in the country's renewed civil conflict. The coalition brings together armed opposition factions at a time when hostilities have flared again, raising concerns about further escalation and instability in the Horn of Africa region. Details of the alliance's members and objectives remain limited.
- 12Drone strike hits Tigray TV station as fighting intensifies in Ethiopia▼Tigray TV station hit by drone, rebels advance in north Ethiopia
A drone strike hit a television station in Ethiopia's Tigray region as rebels advance in the north of the country, according to France 24. The attack on the broadcaster marks an escalation in the ongoing conflict, with reports of rebel gains adding to concerns about a widening war and worsening humanitarian conditions in northern Ethiopia.
- 13Egypt warns Ethiopia over Nile mega-dam water security▼Africa’s most powerful military warns U.S. backed Ethiopia as Egypt vows to protect its Nile water security over controversial mega-dam
Egypt has issued a fresh warning to Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, vowing to protect its Nile water security as tensions flare anew. The dispute pits Egypt, which depends on the Nile for most of its fresh water, against the U.S.-backed Ethiopian dam project on the Blue Nile. Egypt's military, ranked among Africa's most powerful, has framed water access as a red line, reigniting regional debate over the long-running standoff.
- 14Sudan denies backing Ethiopian opposition groups▼Sudan rejects claim it backs Ethiopian opposition, vows to protect sovereignty
Sudan has rejected claims that it supports Ethiopian opposition movements, saying it remains committed to good relations with its neighbor and will protect its own sovereignty. The statement, carried by Anadolu Agency, comes amid ongoing tensions in the Horn of Africa, where accusations of cross-border interference have repeatedly strained ties between Khartoum and Addis Ababa.
- 15Ethiopia's army pledges restraint amid new civil war fears●Ethiopia’s army promises restraint amid fears of new civil war https://www. aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/27/e thiopias-army
Ethiopia's military leadership has promised restraint amid mounting fears the country could slide back into civil war. The army chief accused neighbouring Eritrea of funding and supporting armed groups inside Ethiopia with the aim of weakening the country. The accusations sharpen concerns about renewed conflict in a region still recovering from the war in Tigray, and observers are watching closely whether tensions with Eritrea escalate further.
- 16Ethiopia army chief accuses Egypt and Sudan of backing plot●Ethiopia’s army chief accuses Egypt and Sudan of backing armed alliance seeking to oust Abiy Ahmed
Ethiopia's army chief has publicly accused Egypt and Sudan of supporting an armed alliance that aims to remove Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed from power. The allegation marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric between the Nile basin neighbours, whose relations have been strained by disputes including the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and regional security issues. Neither Egypt nor Sudan has responded to the accusation so far.
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Sudan's army has rejected claims from Ethiopia that it is backing an anti-government coalition. The denial comes amid already strained relations between the two neighbours, and no further details about the specific allegations or Ethiopia's evidence were given in the report. The exchange adds to growing diplomatic friction between Khartoum and Addis Ababa.
- 18Ethiopians celebrate Meskel with calls for peace amid conflict▼Ethiopians celebrate Meskel and call for peace amid fighting https://www. aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2 026/9/27/ethiop
Ethiopians are marking Meskel, the annual festival commemorating the finding of the True Cross, with bonfires and religious ceremonies in cities including Addis Ababa. This year's celebrations carry added weight, with revellers and church leaders using the holiday to call for peace as fighting continues in parts of the country. Many say they hope the festival can bring unity amid the ongoing conflict.
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Sudan has rejected an accusation from Ethiopia that it is backing armed groups. Khartoum denies providing any support to armed elements, rejecting the Ethiopian claim outright. The dispute adds to tensions between the two neighbouring countries, which have already clashed over border and water issues, and comes as Sudan remains mired in internal conflict.
- 20Ethiopia dominates Berlin Marathon as Assefa nears world record▼Berlin Marathon 2026: Ethiopia shines as Tigst Assefa narrowly misses world record and Guye Adola claims second title
Ethiopian runners starred at the 2026 Berlin Marathon. Tigst Assefa won the women's race while falling just short of the world record, and Guye Adola took the men's title, claiming his second victory in Berlin. The result underlines Ethiopia's strength in long-distance running at one of the sport's fastest courses.
- 21Sudan rejects accusations of backing Ethiopian opposition▼Sudan rejects accusations of supporting Ethiopian opposition — Anadolu Agency
Sudan has rejected accusations that it is supporting opposition groups in Ethiopia, according to Anadolu Agency. The reported denial comes against the backdrop of ongoing tensions in the Horn of Africa, where relations between Khartoum and Addis Ababa have been strained by border and dam disputes. Further details of the accusation and Sudan's response were not provided.
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Sudan has rejected an Ethiopian claim that it supports opposition groups, dismissing the accusation as baseless. The denial comes amid already strained relations between the two neighbors, who have clashed in recent years over border disputes and the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam. Neither side has detailed the specific allegation publicly.
- 23Ethiopia's Fano fighters claim capture of army vehicles and weapons▼Ethiopia’s Fano fighters claim capture of army vehicles and weapons https://www. aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2 026/9/26
Armed fighters from Ethiopia's Fano militia say they have seized military vehicles and weapons from government forces, according to a report by Al Jazeera. The claim comes as the conflict between the Fano movement and Ethiopia's army continues in the Amhara region. There has been no immediate confirmation from Ethiopian authorities.
- 24Ethiopia deploys Chinese FK-2000 air-defense systems toward Amhara front●BREAKING: A new video confirms that Ethiopia has recently received Chinese-made FK-2000 short-range air-defense systems.
Footage circulating shows Ethiopia has taken delivery of Chinese-made FK-2000 short-range air-defense systems, with vehicles reportedly moved from West Shewa in Oromia region toward Amhara, where government forces are fighting rebels. The deployment signals Addis Ababa is reinforcing air defenses for the Amhara campaign and deepening its reliance on Chinese military equipment amid ongoing internal conflict.
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The Africa Report profiles the women holding top roles in Ethiopia's economic policymaking, highlighting their influence over the country's reforms and financial management at a time when Ethiopia is pursuing major economic changes. The piece is drawing attention for spotlighting female leadership in a sector often dominated by men, and for the questions it raises about whose decisions are shaping the country's economic future.
- 26Ethiopia receives Chinese FK-2000 air defense systems▼Ethiopia Gets Chinese Pantsir Clone FK-2000 Despite Having Six Real Ones, UAE May Be Middleman
Ethiopia has taken delivery of the Chinese-made FK-2000, a mobile air defense system closely modeled on Russia's Pantsir. The development draws attention because Ethiopia already operates six Russian-supplied Pantsir-S1 units, raising questions about why it is adding a derivative of the same system. Reports suggest the United Arab Emirates may have acted as an intermediary in the deal, highlighting the growing role of Gulf states in African arms transfers.
- 27Sudan face Ethiopia in AFCON 2027 qualifier●Sudan Vs Ethiopia | ሱዳን ከ ኢትዮጵያ | FM Addis 97.1 AFCON 2027 qualifiers Live ቀጥታ ስርጭት
Sudan and Ethiopia are meeting in an AFCON 2027 qualifier, with live broadcast coverage from Addis Ababa radio station FM Addis 97.1 and Ethiopian state sports media. The match is drawing heavy attention from fans in both countries, with tens of thousands engaging with coverage of the regional football rivalry.
- 28Sudan Face Ethiopia in Africa Cup of Nations Qualifier▼Sudan vs Ethiopia: Africa Cup of Nations Qualification stats & head-to-head
Sudan take on Ethiopia in an Africa Cup of Nations qualification match, with attention on the sides' competitive records and head-to-head history ahead of kickoff. Both teams are battling for a place at the continental tournament, making the fixture significant for their qualification hopes. Fans and analysts are weighing past encounters and current form as the decisive qualifiers continue.