BREAKING NEWS: President Joe Biden has reportedly agreed to step down as the Democratic nominee for President of the United States as early as this weekend, sources tell political analyst Mark Halperin.
Biden will also reportedly endorse an open convention, and not VP Kamala Harris.
The Temple of Yeha in #Tigray is the oldest man-made structure in sub-Sahara #Africa. The Yeha Civilization—one of the oldest in the world—among others gave us the Sabean alphabets which later develop into the Ge’ez alphabets during the #Axumite era.
#WorldHeritageDay2024
#Ethiopian Bishop appeals for help to alleviate humanitarian crisis in #Tigray
Bishop Tesfasellassie Medhin of the Catholic Eparchy of #Adigrat, Ethiopia, has issued a heartfelt plea for vital aid amidst a devastating humanitarian crisis gripping the northern region of Tigray. In an open letter dated 15 April, Bishop Tesfasellassie sheds light on the dire situation, emphasizing the suffering, despair, and death faced by millions, especially women, children, and the elderly, due to years of conflict, drought, and neglect.
The bishop highlights the inadequacy of current efforts to meet basic needs, with rising malnutrition rates and a lack of commitment to address pressing humanitarian needs. He calls for urgent action, urging full funding of the multi-agency Humanitarian Response Plan to provide immediate relief and pave the way for long-term recovery.
Beyond immediate aid, Bishop Tesfasellassie addresses broader challenges, acknowledging the complex social, political, economic, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of the crisis, affecting not only Tigray but also neighboring communities.
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Indeed, the World deserves to be blamed! Sadly, it still continues to stand by watching while genocide is committed.Time will come for the world to say sorry for #TigrayGenocide👇🏿
Kagame blames the world's inaction as Rwanda commemorates the 1994 genocide https://t.co/sr7iPgU7N0
On the statement from Amhara about illegally annexed Tigray territories; knowing that the latter can’t issue such statements without Fed’s approval,it’s crystal clear that the Eth gov’t not only buried the Pretoria agreement,but also it’s brewing another bloodshed bn the 2 people
I'm fully prepared to face backlash for saying this, but it must be said: If #Tigray can engage in dialogue with Abiy Ahmed as if the past has been erased, then surely it's conceivable to summon Isaias Afwerki and even Mengistu Haile Mariam to Tigray for peaceful negotiations. The real shock, however, lies in the blatant disregard for past atrocities, allowing Abiy Ahmed to cling to power. His eagerness to initiate dialogues with Tigray is nothing more than a calculated move to feign reconciliation and falsely signal his acceptance by the populace to the international community. It isn’t rocket science to figure this out. Even worse, by sending representatives to be part of the dialogue, the Tigray leadership has provided him with an even more crucial pathway. This situation is deeply troubling. How can we talk of peace when justice remains a distant dream, and the wounds of our people are glossed over for political expediency?
We understand the Eth Gov’t not only enabled Eritrea & Amhara forces to annex Tigray territories,it will continue to deny occupied territories as long as it weakens #Tigray. To G7+EU, appeasement & diplomatic nicety has its own limits.This approach will never bring lasting peace.
#Tigray ❤️💛
First of all, Happy International Women to all around the world, and to the Women + Girls of Tigray.
I know and have seen the capability and will of the people of Tigray, I know, we are & will walk tall.
For those who remember me saying, The Solution Is In Tigray.
#Ethiopia: #Tigray interim admin announces talks on #Pretoria accord implementation will be conducted ‘exclusively through the African Union’
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The Tigray Interim Administration has announced its exclusive engagement with the federal government concerning the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (#CoHA) via the #African_Union. Following a recent Cabinet meeting on 28 February, 2024, it was decided that discussions would be channeled solely through the African Union.
Highlighting the urgency, the administration said it is “committed to pursuing secure peace through peaceful conflict resolution strategies.” It underscores the importance of “adhering to territorial boundaries outlined in the Pretoria agreement and the Federal Constitution.”
The administration calls for the swift initiation of the "African Union Panel" to facilitate the Pretoria accord's full execution. Discussions with the African Union, designated mediators, and the federal government is set to be held in the coming weeks with the aim to address persistent challenges hindering the Pretoria Peace Agreement's realization.
Another grave warning, this time issued by the former UN OCHA Chief Mark Lowcock,“ …parts of rural Tigray – might point to a catastrophe unfolding in 2024 comparable to the infamous tragedy of 1984-85,” he told @GetachewSS of @globeandmail
https://t.co/xDu3caE9uy
How did we get here? Yechila is in Abergele (#Tigray).
@USAID/@WFP cut food aid in March.
Despite promising to continue nutrition aid to prevent starvation, USAID quietly cut this program as well. Even when the drought hit.
The #TigrayFamine was caused by USAID and WFP.
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Tigray faces famine after war, displacement and drought in some areas plus a locust infestation exacerbated the situation, said the president of Tigray's interim administration, Getachew Reda. https://t.co/KgWNibTBTF
.@BradSherman: “while the #Pretoria agreement stated resolving the issue of #WesternTigray in accordance with the constitution, the government plans to hold a referendum..:nothing is more phony than a referendum after an #EthnicCleansing of #Tigray|ans"
Breaking!
ICC chief prosecutor Luis Moreno Ocampo mentioned Tigray alongside genocide victims like Rohingya, Armenia and Darfur. In his interview with Al Jazeera Upfront show, the chief prosecutor said there are five ongoing genocides in the world citing UN report on prevention of genocide. He also said “[in those cases] we are not just killing individuals but we are killing civilization”.
This is a major step in determining the atrocities committed in the 2-year-long war in Tigray.
Unfortunately, the violence in Israel and Gaza is not unparalleled. Not even close. Secretary General Guterres must have a short memory - over 500,000 have died in the conflict in #Tigray and Northern Ethiopia since 2020, the vast majority of which have been civilians. (1/2)
Despite prevailing challenges in #Tigray, 66.96% of the students who sat for the special #Ethiopian school leaving exam recently for Tigray scored 50% & above university entrance passing marks. The highest score is 657 followed by 655, both from Kallamino Special Highschool. This is amazing. While congratulating our students, we thank everyone that has supported the whole process & made this possible. Your effort was worth.
This is the reality of #TigrayGenocide.
1. CoHA failed w/t implementation.
2. ICHREE is terminated.
3. Transitional Justice is flawed policy.
•Humanitarian aid cut off.
•Millions of IDPs displaced.
•Refugees unable to return.
•Perpetrators remain in occupation.