Eritrean troops are reportedly seen today in Edagahamus town, south of Adigrat, #Tigray, crossing into Ethiopian territory.
This follows longstanding allegations of Eritrean support for the #TPLF through the “Tsimido” alliance. Today’s footage would provide further evidence of Eritrean direct involvement in the conflict and a serious violation of Ethiopia’s sovereignty.
The international community should strongly condemn such act of aggression and hold the #Eritrean regime accountable for violating Ethiopia’s territorial integrity.
#Ethiopia #Eritrea #Tigray
Clear and loud. A firm message from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of #Ethiopia on #Eritrea, while reaffirming its commitment to peaceful coexistence, regional stability, and the peaceful resolution of disputes. #Eritrea#HornOfAfrica
Press Statement
As though making Tigray a living hell weren't enough, the armed reactionary clique and criminal enterprise lording over Tigray has now initiated a war of aggression.
Having already been fulfilling the Eritrean regime's nefarious objectives, and determined to destabilize Ethiopia under the pretext of political differences, on the morning of September 23, 2026, the criminal group took control of airports in Mekelle, Axum, and Shire after kidnapping the federal police officers tasked with securing them. This blatant act of aggression has led to the suspension of flights to and from these cities.
Moreover, the criminal clique and its partners in destruction have embarked on a large-scale offensive against federal positions.
It must be noted that this latest war is not only financed by external forces, but also involves an alignment of actors, some of whom don't even recognize Tigray's territorial integrity, and among whom the TPLF clique has in fact allied itself with actors credibly accused of committing heinous crimes against the people of Tigray.
At a time when the people of Tigray are under tremendous apprehension about the continuity of banking and other services following the suspension of flights to and from Mekelle, the reactionary clique has set in motion a plan to suspend these services as well. Moreover, as usual, this clique, shedding crocodile tears, is determined to confuse and misinform the international community.
It should be noted that this latest war, initiated by the reactionary clique at the behest of its external sponsors, has nothing to do with the people of Tigray.
Our party commends the courageous decision of members of the Tigray Defense Forces to repudiate this latest reckless war, and calls upon them to further enhance their efforts to distance themselves from a war that is antithetical to Tigray's core interests.
This war will have a destructive effect on the people of Tigray in general, and on those who have been forcibly recruited in particular. It will never affect those who are directing it, and will only lead to nonstop fighting. It is imperative that you do everything in your power to save your lives.
Because this war is bound to splinter Tigray as a nation and dissipate its capabilities, this latest act of aggression must be condemned unequivocally.
Since this reactionary clique has a well-documented pattern of storing weapons in schools and residential areas, we call upon residents of such areas to distance themselves from them and to resist such practices.
Finally, we call upon Tigrayans in the diaspora, friends of Tigray, the federal government and the International community to recognize that this latest war has nothing to do with the people of Tigray. We further call upon you all to fulfill your duty in bringing to justice a clique that cannot survive without waging war.
Eternal glory to our martyrs!
Simret–Tigray Democratic Solidarity
September 23, 2026
U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin J. Massinga’s Statement on Recent Developments in Tigray and Afar: “I am disappointed to see the leadership of the TPLF, that the United States sanctioned earlier this year, make the poor decision to launch a large-scale offensive today. Rejecting dialogue sponsored by the AU under President Obasanjo and engaging in an unwinnable fight does nothing for the people. Other armed groups would be wise to avoid this. While the U.S. has tools to sanction additional leaders who try to push Ethiopia down the wrong path, I still believe a reasonable political dialogue is the right way to go.”
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Press Statement
As though making Tigray a living hell weren't enough, the armed reactionary clique and criminal enterprise lording over Tigray has now initiated a war of aggression.
Having already been fulfilling the Eritrean regime's nefarious objectives, and determined to destabilize Ethiopia under the pretext of political differences, on the morning of September 23, 2026, the criminal group took control of airports in Mekelle, Axum, and Shire after kidnapping the federal police officers tasked with securing them. This blatant act of aggression has led to the suspension of flights to and from these cities.
Moreover, the criminal clique and its partners in destruction have embarked on a large-scale offensive against federal positions.
It must be noted that this latest war is not only financed by external forces, but also involves an alignment of actors, some of whom don't even recognize Tigray's territorial integrity, and among whom the TPLF clique has in fact allied itself with actors credibly accused of committing heinous crimes against the people of Tigray.
At a time when the people of Tigray are under tremendous apprehension about the continuity of banking and other services following the suspension of flights to and from Mekelle, the reactionary clique has set in motion a plan to suspend these services as well. Moreover, as usual, this clique, shedding crocodile tears, is determined to confuse and misinform the international community.
It should be noted that this latest war, initiated by the reactionary clique at the behest of its external sponsors, has nothing to do with the people of Tigray.
Our party commends the courageous decision of members of the Tigray Defense Forces to repudiate this latest reckless war, and calls upon them to further enhance their efforts to distance themselves from a war that is antithetical to Tigray's core interests.
This war will have a destructive effect on the people of Tigray in general, and on those who have been forcibly recruited in particular. It will never affect those who are directing it, and will only lead to nonstop fighting. It is imperative that you do everything in your power to save your lives.
Because this war is bound to splinter Tigray as a nation and dissipate its capabilities, this latest act of aggression must be condemned unequivocally.
Since this reactionary clique has a well-documented pattern of storing weapons in schools and residential areas, we call upon residents of such areas to distance themselves from them and to resist such practices.
Finally, we call upon Tigrayans in the diaspora, friends of Tigray, the federal government and the International community to recognize that this latest war has nothing to do with the people of Tigray. We further call upon you all to fulfill your duty in bringing to justice a clique that cannot survive without waging war.
Eternal glory to our martyrs!
Simret–Tigray Democratic Solidarity
September 23, 2026
The armed force of the defunct #TPLF continues its madness!
By forcibly recruiting students and sending its armed forces to university campuses, it is working hard to make Federal universities in Tigray to function. At a time when the federal government is working to ensure that our students are not deprived of education (both inside and outside Tigray) while safety is ensured, the forced recruitment by the group has now shifted from students to teachers.
Today, from Raya University, the following lecturers have reportedly been taken and are being held in Maychew for forced conscription:
1) Tsehaye Kahsay
2) Gebregiorgis Kahsay
3) Gebreselassie Kalayu
4) Berhane Tesfay
5) Gebreyesus Kindeya
6) Tesfay Tewelde
Once again, we make our appeal: Take your hands off these universities.
Release them! @USEmbassyAddis@UNEthiopia@EUinEthiopia@UKinEthiopia@_AfricanUnion
A great Ethiopian New Year victory!
Congratulations to Welwalo Adigrat University SC on defeating Al Hilal Al-Sahil (Sudan) in the CAF Confederation Cup preliminary qualifying round in Dire Dawa.
We need more moments like this—messages of peace, hope, and unity for a region facing the looming threats of war and drought.
Thank you, Welwalo, for giving Tigray and Ethiopia a reason to celebrate. Congratulations!
#Tigray #Ethiopia #CAFConfederationCup #Peace
እንኳዕ ደስ በለና ጋንታ ወልዋሎ ዓዲግራት ዩኒቨርሲቲ! ኾሪዕና!
Happy Ethiopian New Year!
As we welcome the New Year, may it bring peace, good health, hope, and happiness to you and your loved ones. May the challenges of the past year give way to new opportunities, renewed strength, and brighter days ahead.
Let this year be one of unity, peace, compassion, and progress for our families, our communities, and our country.
Wishing everyone a joyful, peaceful, and blessed New Year.
መልካም አዲስ አመት!
ርሑስ ሓዱሽ ዓመት!
Ayyaana Gaari!