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An #Ethiopian military drone reportedly struck the town of Rama in Tigray, killing two civilians and injuring four others.

According to local reports, the strike occurred at approximately 7:30 PM amid ongoing fighting between federal forces and #Tigrayan fighters, raising further concerns over civilian casualties.

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#Djiboutian President Ismail Omar Guelleh sent a congratulatory message to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on the occasion of #Türkiye's Republic Day.

Guelleh highlighted the historical and cultural ties between the two nations, welcomed the rapid growth of bilateral trade and economic cooperation, and reaffirmed Djibouti's commitment to strengthening relations with Türkiye.

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Canadian MP Heather McPherson has accused Ottawa of hypocrisy over its relations with the UAE amid mounting scrutiny of Abu Dhabi's alleged support for #Sudan's RSF.

In a letter challenging Lana Nusseibeh's #UN Secretary-General bid, she criticised Canada for condemning the El #Fasher atrocities while signing a major trade agreement with the Emirates.

McPherson also demanded an end to Canadian arms transfers to the UAE and stronger measures to ensure accountability for crimes in Sudan. #NoToLana

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#Ethiopian National Defense Force (#ENDF) and #Tigray Peace Force (TPF) operations have intensified across Central Tigray, with reports of two #TDF generals and six colonels being captured or surrendering between October 26 and 28.

General Abraha Tesfay, known as Dinkul, reportedly surrendered in Na'eder, while Brigadier General Abadi Filansa and senior intelligence officers were reportedly captured along the Samre–Yechila route. Fighting continues on multiple fronts.

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#Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki attended a formal reception at the Grand Kremlin Palace in #Moscow, hosted by #Russian President Vladimir Putin for leaders participating in the Third Russia-Africa Summit.

Afwerki joined fellow African leaders at the Kremlin gathering as Eritrea seeks to strengthen diplomatic engagement, safeguard its sovereignty and expand strategic partnerships with Russia.

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Russian President Vladimir #Putin welcomed #Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and First Lady Zinash Tayachew to a formal dinner at the Grand #Kremlin Palace in Moscow.

The reception was hosted in honour of African leaders attending the Third #Russia-Africa Summit.

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#Kenyan President William Ruto joined fellow African leaders at a gala reception hosted by #Russian President Vladimir #Putin at the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow.

The reception took place on the sidelines of the Third Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum, bringing African leaders together in the Russian capital.

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One year after the El Fasher massacres, #UN findings continue to expose the scale of atrocities committed by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), including mass killings and attacks on civilians.

Human Rights Watch has documented evidence linking the #UAE to military support for the #RSF, intensifying scrutiny of Abu Dhabi's alleged role in sustaining the violence and raising urgent questions about accountability for the atrocities in #Sudan.
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Sudan has broken its silence. At a joint press conference by Military Intelligence, General Intelligence and the Foreign Ministry, officials said drones launched from Ethiopian territory have carried out 162 attacks on Sudan, killing more than 400 civilians and 102 soldiers and destroying schools, hospitals and fuel stations. For the first time, they also showed the flight routes from bases in Asosa and Bahir Dar along the South Sudan border.

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#Eritrea’s Ministry of Information has criticised #Ethiopia’s acquisition of 12 Russian Su-35 fighter jets, accusing Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s ruling Prosperity Party of pursuing an aggressive military build-up.

#Asmara warned that expanding Ethiopia’s arsenal would neither resolve its internal crises nor advance regional stability, raising concerns over the consequences of further militarisation in the Horn of Africa.

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Potemkin Party minions and war mongers seem unduly exhilarated by the purchase of 12 Su-35 jet fighters from Russia.

They believe, in the ominous words of their leaders, that this will indeed enhance the regime's capability for its "pre-emptive" war of aggression; oblivious to the legal and security quagmire that this will entail and the lessons from yesterday's history.

The Potemkin Party has indulged in a massive weapons purchase spree for a long time now as the link below demonstrates.

But massive re-armament will neither advance the PP's declared agenda of regional destabilization nor alleviate the dire sufferings of almost 70% of the Ethiopian population who live under abject poverty, classified as "multidimensionally poor" in accordance with standard economic metrics.

The country is also suffering from mushrooming internal chaos and spiraling strife - the upheaval in Moyale is the latest in the string of entrenched inter-communal conflicts - which stem from a dysfunctional governance architecture.

The Potemkin Party has got all its priorities wrong and, by all accounts, it will neither listen to the voices of reason nor retreat from the perilous path that it has chosen to tread.

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#Sudanese military and intelligence officials have provided further details on #Ethiopia’s alleged involvement in drone attacks targeting energy and electricity infrastructure across several #Sudanese states.

During a press briefing, officials said Sudan had exercised strategic patience toward Addis #Ababa but warned that Khartoum reserves the right to respond to threats against its national security.

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Yale University’s research documents the near-total collapse of civilian life in #Sudan’s El-Fasher following mass killings by the #RSF.

Of nine major markets examined through satellite imagery, only the Central Market in Daraja Oula showed significant visible activity. The remaining markets showed no clear signs of normal commercial life.

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Former #Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called for a short, concentrated political campaign to build momentum against President William #Ruto.

Gachagua argued that opposition momentum cannot be sustained for eight months, warning that prolonged mobilisation would weaken public enthusiasm and political pressure.

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#Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki told Sputnik Africa on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa Summit that a genuine strategic partnership between #Russia and African nations requires overcoming obstacles created by adversarial blocs.

He stressed that the new action plan must move beyond minor adjustments and reflect the strategic importance of cooperation for both sides.

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#Sudan has issued a warning to Ethiopia, declaring that it reserves the right to respond to alleged #Ethiopian involvement in supporting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

The Foreign Ministry Undersecretary accused Addis Ababa of facilitating arms supplies, mercenary recruitment and drone operations, calling for international measures to address the situation.

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#Kenyan President William #Ruto announced that a major German football club will play at a venue named after Raila Odinga in #Nairobi on January 5, 2027.

Ruto highlighted #Ajax’s success in developing young talent through its academy, describing the upcoming event as a meeting of talent and the future of Kenyan football.

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An #Eritrean commentary published through the Ministry of Information has accused Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party government of threatening #Eritrea's sovereignty through its ambitions over the Red Sea port of Assab.

The article cites remarks attributed to #Ethiopian Deputy Chief of Staff General Abebaw Tadesse, allegedly identifying Assab as the ultimate objective of military operations extending beyond #Tigray.

It warns that any attempt to alter Eritrea's internationally recognised borders by force would threaten stability across the Horn of Africa.

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#Ethiopia's Alliance for Survival, comprising Fano, the #TPLF, the #Oromo Liberation Army and other opposition groups, has accused Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's government of widespread atrocities against civilians.

In its October 27 statement, the coalition claimed that more than 80,000 Amhara residents had been displaced in East Wollega and over 1,000 civilians killed in Arsi during the past year.

The alliance also condemned alleged ethnic violence in Moyale and Gambella.

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A statement attributed to #Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed claims that Ethiopia has received its first 12 #Russian Su-35 fighter jets and is set to acquire four S-400 air defence batteries.

The statement says the aircraft arrived a year ahead of schedule and expresses gratitude to Russian President Vladimir #Putin.

The reported deliveries and S-400 acquisition have not yet been independently confirmed.

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Kenyan President William Ruto has arrived in Moscow to attend the Third #Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum.

Ruto said his visit aims to deepen #Kenya–Russia relations and expand strategic partnerships in trade, investment, energy, infrastructure and technology.

The discussions will also address regional peace and security, economic opportunities and Africa’s shared development priorities.