East Gojjam, Amhara, Ethiopia| July 23, 2026
Residents and local farmers in Debay Telat Gen Woreda, East Gojjam, report that artillery shelling struck civilian areas for five consecutive days, from July 18โ22.
According to local accounts, shells landed in villages 20โ30 km from Kuy town, including Debre Yesus, Beshme, and parts of Gozamin and Gedemala without active fighting in the area. Witnesses say the attacks hit a Saturday market, farmland, and residential neighborhoods, resulting in civilian deaths, injuries, and damage to homes.
Farmers also reported that on July 22, around 9 a.m., heavy artillery struck homes and farmland, preventing residents from safely carrying out agricultural work.
Ethiopia: Reports that seven monks at St. Arsema Monastery, under the South Wollo Diocese of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, were killed and ten others critically injured in a drone strike during the Divine Liturgy. The attack reportedly caused extensive damage to the monastery
What really happened in Arsi, Ethiopia during election week? ๐งต
100+ killed or wounded. Two churches burned. Thousands displaced. And when religious figures spoke out, regime forces began arresting them across the country.
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As you can see in the video, the sheikh is tearing the crosses worn by Orthodox Christian followers from their necks. We are witnessing that there is no freedom of religion in the Oromia region of Ethiopia. And please do not claim that this video is AI-generated
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Ethiopia: Regime-backed mass killings of Amhara communities in the Arsi Zone of Oromia Region reportedly continue. More than 50 Amharas have been killed, hundreds displaced, and an Ethiopian Orthodox church burned.
Dozens of Orthodox Christians Reportedly Killed in Fresh Violence in Ethiopiaโs Arsi Zone
At least 37 Orthodox Christian civilians have reportedly been killed in a new wave of violence in Ethiopiaโs Arsi Zone of the Oromia region, according to church sources, raising fresh concerns over security and communal tensions in the area.
The attacks allegedly occurred in Tefa Kebele of Aleko Teleta District and began on the eve of Ethiopiaโs general election, according to reports received by the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. Church officials say several other residents remain unaccounted for, raising fears that the death toll could increase.
The violence reportedly targeted multiple communities and religious sites. Among the most significant incidents was the destruction of St. Gabriel Church, a century-old Orthodox church that was reportedly burned to the ground. A letter sent by local church authorities to the Ethiopian Orthodox Patriarchate confirmed the destruction of the church and detailed the scale of the attacks.
According to church officials, more than 280 households were displaced after armed assailants attacked villages, burned homes, and forced residents to flee. Church authorities described the events as a large-scale assault that caused extensive human and material losses.
The attacks were also reported in several neighboring localities, including Zedibu, Erecha Michael, Sunte Mariam, Bogdo Abo, Lencho Ada, Jiso, and Dire kebeles. Residents and church representatives said homes, livestock, and other property were looted or destroyed during the violence.
In a separate incident, a facility used by Holy Saviour Church for religious activities and guest accommodation in Kore Kuftele was reportedly damaged.
Church sources said the attacks continued on election day and criticized what they described as a delayed security response from local authorities. However, government officials have not publicly commented on the latest allegations.
Abune Elsae, Archbishop of the Arsi and Somali Jigjiga dioceses, confirmed that attacks had taken place and submitted a report to the Patriarchate listing victims and documenting damage caused during the violence.
The latest incident follows a series of deadly attacks reported in parts of Arsi and other areas of Oromia in recent years. Church leaders and community representatives have repeatedly raised concerns over the security situation and called for stronger measures to protect civilians and religious institutions.
In March 2026, church sources reported that more than 30 Orthodox Christians were killed in a separate attack in Arsi, while hundreds of residents were displaced.
Federal and regional authorities have previously stated that security operations have significantly weakened armed groups operating in Oromia and rejected accusations that attacks are being carried out on the basis of religion or ethnicity.
The latest reports are likely to intensify calls for an independent investigation into recurring violence in the region and renewed efforts to ensure accountability for attacks against civilians.
As Ethiopia claims "peaceful elections," Arsi remains a hotspot for the persecution of Orthodox Christians. Reports indicate deadly attacks, historic churches burned, & families displaced. Religious persecution must not be ignored, there must be accountability and justice. #EOTC
Influencers visiting Ethiopia: donโt mistake VIP tours, luxury hotels, blocked roads, and curated hospitality for reality.
Behind the smoke and mirrors are war, mass displacement, and a deepening human rights crisis.
Ask hard questions. Donโt be used for propaganda.
With animalistic PP administration, Ethiopiaโs social values never fail to hit rock bottom. From barbaric mutilation, faith-based attacks, sexual violence of every sort, to such display of Stone Age level embarrassment. Abiy is an utter disgrace to Ethiopia.
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May 6, 2026 indiscriminate artillery fire by regime forces struck the town of Mersa near Haik City, leaving four civilians dead and one seriously injured. The shelling also resulted in significant destruction of civilian property and livelihoods.
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A father who spoke to BBC said his son, a 21-year-old deacon, was among the victims โI was told โhe has fallen you must come.โ I came swiftlyโ he said explaining the circumstances by which he learned of his sonโs death.
When he arrived at the church, he saw the bodies of his son and the other church workers saying โI hated my existenceโ as he explained that the workers were shot multiple times.
The father expressed his feelings saying, โthe sky fell on me,โ adding โwhat life do I have? ...I should go and die like my son. I have no life after this. I would like to repent for my sins and die. My son who served the church died tragically, from now on I have no wish but to die, I canโt farm and eat any longerโ he said.
โThey entered the church courtyard and struck themโ said the father of the victim, who described the killing saying, โit was an execution.โ