ADDIS ABAB - Ethiopia's government security forces killed at least 45 civilians in a massacre in Amhara state in late January, the independent state-affiliated Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) said Tuesday. https://t.co/O8RNPYEhiD
Government security forces killed at least 60 civilians in an attack in Ethiopia’s northern Amhara region last month, a state-run human rights body says https://t.co/IliUG0WdJD
In the face of such hate and threats of violence, it's not enough to just declare sympathy or support.
I am #Fano in spirit.
I am #Amhara in spirit.
I am #Afar in spirit.
I am #Gurage in spirit.
All are 🇪🇹 Ethiopian, all say NO to hate.
Join us if you believe in freedom.
1/2: Speaking truth to power, religion leadership condemns & rebukes @AbiyAhmedAli for his use of drones to kill civilians & indiscriminately bomb civilian infrastructure.
@AsstSecStateAF@MikeHammerUSA@USEmbassyAddis@RepJames
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Some of you doubt Amhara have been victims of genocide
When we try to speak up and expose it you try to call us tribalists
Oppressed and victimized people have the right to resist
Long live FANO
The Call to Protect Heritage and Humanity: Lasta Lalibela's Plea for Peace ( By: Yuri Tadesse )?
In the heart of the Amhara region, Lasta Lalibela echoes with the resounding cries of its people, fervently pleading for peace amid turmoil. The recent protests, a bold manifestation of frustration and fear, were not merely a demand for tranquility but a plea to safeguard an invaluable heritage.
A local woman, amidst a gathering of fellow residents, religious figures, and government officials, articulated the harrowing events that unfolded within the realm of the world heritage site. Her voice trembled with emotion as she recounted the intrusion of government soldiers, disrupting the sanctity of the ancient grounds. Despite the absence of Amhara Fano, the region's defenders, the arrival of government troops instigated chaos, firing heavy arms and maneuvering combat vehicles within the sacred precincts.
The woman's words bore witness to a moment of terror within Bete Amhanuel rock-hewn church, where the tranquility of ritual suddenly shattered amidst deafening explosions. The very foundation of the ancient structure trembled, prompting a frenzied rush to safety. It was an assault not just on the physical edifices but on the soul of a heritage dating back to the 12th century.
In her impassioned plea, she emphasized the incongruity of war in a place meant for spiritual solace and historical reverence. Her call was clear and resolute: the military presence must cease for peace to prevail. The laughter of military commanders in response to her plea betrayed a bitter indifference to the atrocities that endangered lives and the irreplaceable heritage site.
This region, nestled with rock-hewn churches and the revered wonder of Lalibela, embodies a treasure trove of history and spirituality. Yet, amid this cultural richness, Amhara Fano's struggle against the purported Amhara genocide has escalated into a full-scale war imposed by the Ethiopian government, leaving the region in a state of siege, devoid of basic necessities like electricity, food, and water.
The urgent cry from Lasta Lalibela reverberates beyond its boundaries. It's a call for global attention, imploring swift condemnation and intervention to prevent further devastation. The world stands witness to not just an assault on a heritage site but on the collective history and humanity it represents.
The plea from Lasta Lalibela is a reminder that peace isn't just an absence of conflict; it's the preservation of culture, history, and the sanctity of life itself. As the echoes of their voices traverse the world, the urgency to safeguard both heritage and humanity intensifies, beckoning for immediate action before irreversible damage befalls this timeless legacy.
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‼️ALERT‼️
One of the most amusing heritage sites in the world, the Rock Hewn Churches of Lalibela are facing grave danger, because of heavy fighting by @AbiyAhmedAli forces. @UNESCO should ensure these holy heritage site is protected from any type of damage. @AmbNasiseChali
.@BBCAmharicNew reports: "As a result of the drought in Wag Hemra and North Gonder Zones of Amhara Region, at least 34 people have lost their lives according to zonal officials."
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