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- 1Ethiopia accuses Eritrea, Sudan and Egypt of backing Tigray rebels▼Ethiopia’s army chief accuses Eritrea, Sudan and Egypt of supporting Tigray rebels
Ethiopia's army chief has publicly accused Eritrea, Sudan and Egypt of supporting Tigrayan rebel forces, according to international reports. The allegations mark a sharp escalation in rhetoric from Addis Ababa, implicating three of its neighbours in the ongoing conflict in the country's north. The claim risks worsening already strained relations across the Horn of Africa and the Nile basin.
- 2Ethiopia accuses Sudan and Eritrea of backing Tigray forces▼Ethiopia accuses Sudan, Eritrea of backing Tigray forces as fighting escalates
Ethiopia has publicly accused Sudan and Eritrea of supporting Tigrayan forces as fighting escalates in the country's north. The allegations sharpen tensions in the Tigray conflict and strain relations with two key neighbours, raising concerns about the war drawing in regional powers and further destabilising the Horn of Africa.
- 3Ethiopia accuses Sudan and Egypt of backing Tigray rebels▼Ethiopia accuses Sudan, Egypt of backing Tigray rebels as fighting rages
Ethiopia has publicly accused Sudan and Egypt of supporting Tigrayan forces as fighting intensifies in the country's north, a charge that deepens regional tensions over the year-long conflict. The claim risks straining relations with two neighbours already at odds with Addis Ababa over a disputed border region and dam negotiations. Observers warn the accusations could further internationalise the war.
- 4Ethiopia 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 as fighting intensifies in the country's north. The allegation marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric, threatening to widen a conflict that has already strained relations with its neighbours and drawn international concern over the humanitarian situation in the Tigray region.
- 5EU announces €61 million in humanitarian aid for Ethiopia▼EU provides €61 million in humanitarian aid amidst rapidly deteriorating situation in Ethiopia
The European Union has committed €61 million in new humanitarian funding for Ethiopia, citing a rapidly deteriorating situation in the country. The aid, announced by the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations department, is intended to support relief efforts as conditions worsen on the ground.
- 6Ethiopian Federal Forces Advance Toward Tigray Capital●🔴 BREAKING Ethiopian Federal Forces Advance Toward Tigray Capital Fighting in Ethiopia has intensified as federal forces
Fighting in Ethiopia has intensified as federal forces captured a key town, an advance that could open the way toward Mekelle, the capital of the Tigray region. The development is seen as a significant shift in the conflict, raising concerns about a major confrontation over the regional capital and further escalation of the war.
- 7Hospitals in Ethiopia see surge in war-wounded as fighting resumes▼Ethiopia: Hospitals see surge in war-wounded patients as fighting resumes
Medical charity Doctors Without Borders reports that hospitals in Ethiopia are receiving a surge of war-wounded patients as fighting resumes in the country. The organisation raised the alarm about the strain on health facilities treating casualties of the renewed conflict.
- 8Ethiopia accuses Sudan and Egypt of backing Tigray rebels●Ethiopia accuses Sudan, Egypt of backing Tigray rebels as fighting rages https://www. aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/28/e thi
Ethiopia has accused Sudan and Egypt of supporting Tigray forces as fighting intensifies in the region. Sudan's army has denied the allegation, saying it is the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces that maintain ties with Tigray fighters. The accusations deepen tensions between the Nile neighbours at a time when relations are already strained over water and border disputes.
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Forces aligned with Ethiopia's federal government say they have seized a strategically important town in the Tigray region. The claim comes amid the ongoing conflict in northern Ethiopia, where control of towns has shifted repeatedly. Details remain limited and the report has not been independently confirmed, while observers watch for responses from Tigrayan authorities and any impact on fighting in the region.
- 10UN 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.
- 11Al Jazeera reports from Ethiopia's Afar front line●Al Jazeera reports from near front line in Ethiopia’s Afar region https://www. aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2 026/9/28/a
Al Jazeera journalists reported from near the front line in Ethiopia's Afar region, where fighting has spread as the country's conflict extends into new territory. The coverage shows the impact on communities in the region and highlights growing concerns about the widening front in Ethiopia. The report drew attention from international audiences following developments in the country.
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Analysis of Ethiopia's conflict is drawing expert attention, with commentators examining the drivers and trajectory of the violence. Discussion focuses on the political and ethnic tensions behind the fighting and what they mean for stability in the Horn of Africa.
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A United Nations official has called for increased funding to help the Horn of Africa prepare for the impacts of El Nino, which threatens to bring extreme weather to a region still recovering from years of drought. The appeal comes amid fears of flooding and further food insecurity across countries including Sudan, Ethiopia and Somalia.
- 14Internet blackout hits Ethiopia's Tigray as fighting escalates▼Internet blackout hits Ethiopia’s Tigray as fighting escalates
Internet access in Ethiopia's Tigray region has gone down amid escalating fighting. Communications blackouts typically accompany major offensives in the country's conflicts and leave residents unable to contact the outside world or share information about conditions on the ground. Observers are watching for reports on the intensity of the clashes and the humanitarian situation as connectivity remains severed.
- 15Ethiopia 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.
- 16Ethiopia'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.
- 17Sudan 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 neighbour and will protect its own sovereignty. Khartoum's denial comes amid regional tensions, with officials stressing that Sudan does not interfere in Ethiopia's internal affairs and views such allegations as attempts to strain bilateral ties.
- 18Ethiopia 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 supporting an alliance aimed at undermining Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's government. The accusation adds to long-running tensions between the three countries, which have clashed over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and border issues. The claim, reported by Euronews, has drawn attention amid rising regional friction in the Horn of Africa and Nile basin.
- 19Fresh 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.
- 20Sudan denies backing Tigray forces amid Ethiopia tensions▼Sudan rejects Ethiopia’s claims of backing Tigray forces
Sudan has rejected accusations from Ethiopia that it is supporting the Tigray forces during the ongoing conflict in northern Ethiopia. Khartoum denies any involvement in the fighting, which has strained relations between the two neighbouring countries. The dispute adds to regional tensions over the war in Tigray and border issues between Sudan and Ethiopia.
- 21Sudan and Egypt reject Ethiopia's Tigray interference claim▼Sudan, Egypt reject Ethiopia claim of backing Tigray opposition
Sudan and Egypt have denied claims by Ethiopia that they are backing the Tigray opposition amid the conflict in northern Ethiopia. The two countries dismissed the accusations, which add to rising diplomatic tensions in the Horn of Africa and the Nile basin, where disputes already exist over water and border issues.
- 22Heavy 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.
- 23Ethiopia 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.
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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.
- 25Drone 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.
- 26Sudan rejects Ethiopia's rebel support claims▼Sudan rejects Ethiopia's rebel support claims - Africa - World
Sudan has denied accusations from Ethiopia that it supports rebel groups operating against the Ethiopian government. Khartoum rejected the claims amid already strained relations between the two neighbours, who have faced border tensions and disputes linked to the conflict in Sudan and Ethiopia's own internal wars. The denial leaves the diplomatic rift between the two countries unresolved.
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Sudan's army has rejected claims by Ethiopian officials that it is backing an anti-government coalition opposed to Ethiopia's federal authorities. The denial, reported by Sudan Tribune, comes amid already strained relations between Khartoum and Addis Ababa over border disputes and the Nile dam negotiations. The Sudanese military says it plays no role in Ethiopia's internal political conflicts.
- 28Ethiopia 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.
- 29Ethiopia'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.
- 30Egypt 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.
- 31Sudan rejects accusations of backing Ethiopian armed forces●Sudan rejects accusations of supporting Ethiopian armed forces
Sudan has publicly rejected accusations that it is supporting armed forces in Ethiopia, according to reporting by the Agence de Presse Africaine. The denial comes amid ongoing tensions in the Horn of Africa, where relations between Khartoum and Addis Ababa have been strained by border and security disputes. Details about who made the accusations and Sudan's full response remain limited.
- 32Sudan army rejects Ethiopia's claim of backing armed opposition●News: Sudan army rejects Ethiopia’s claims of backing armed opposition coalition
Sudan's army has rejected claims made by Ethiopia that it is backing an armed opposition coalition. The allegation, reported by Addis Standard, points to rising friction between the two neighbours, who share a restive border and have already clashed over territory and cross-border security issues in recent years. Neither side has offered detailed public evidence for its position, and tensions between Khartoum and Addis Ababa continue to draw regional attention.
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Sudan has rejected a claim by Ethiopia that it supports opposition groups, according to a report by Turkish news outlet Yeni Safak. The denial comes amid already strained relations between the two neighbours, who have clashed over disputes including the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and border tensions. Details of the Ethiopian allegation and Khartoum's formal response remain limited.
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Sudan has rejected accusations from Ethiopia that it is backing armed groups, according to a report by Radio Tamazuj. The denial marks the latest point of friction between the two neighbours, whose relations have been strained by disputes along their shared border and by Sudan's ongoing internal conflict. Sudan maintains it does not support armed groups operating in Ethiopia.
- 35Sudan denies backing Ethiopian opposition groups▼Sudan rejects accusations of supporting Ethiopian opposition — Anadolu Agency
Sudan has rejected accusations that it is supporting Ethiopian opposition movements, according to Anadolu Agency. The denial comes amid ongoing tensions between the two neighbours, who have clashed in recent years over border disputes, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, and regional alignments. Khartoum insists it does not interfere in Ethiopia's internal affairs.
- 36Ethiopians 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.
- 37Sudan Army Rejects Ethiopia's Allegations of Backing Opposition▼Army Rejects Ethiopia's Allegations of Supporting Opposition
Sudan's army has rejected allegations from Ethiopia that it supported opposition forces, according to a report carried by allAfrica.com. The denial signals fresh friction between the two neighbours at a time when Sudan's internal conflict has already strained relations across the Horn of Africa. Details of the exact Ethiopian claims and Khartoum's full response remain limited in available reporting.
- 38Ethiopia 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.
- 39Sudanese Army Denies Ethiopian Accusations of Backing Opposition●SAF Rejects Ethiopian Accusations of Supporting the Opposition
The Sudanese Armed Forces has rejected accusations from Ethiopia that it supports opposition groups, according to a Sudanese news report. The denial adds to tensions between Khartoum and Addis Ababa at a time when Sudan remains consumed by its internal war and regional relations are already strained.
- 40Ethiopia'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.