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Ethiopia’s telecoms disrupted as heavy fighting fuels fears of regional conflict

Heavy fighting between Ethiopian forces and the Tigray People's Liberation Front has caused telecoms disruptions, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. The situation remains tense as the conflict continues.

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Heavy fighting between Ethiopian government forces and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) has led to disruptions in telecommunications, raising concerns about the conflict’s potential to spill over into neighboring regions.

The ongoing clashes have heightened fears of regional instability, as communication blackouts complicate efforts to monitor and respond to the situation effectively.

According to France 24, the fighting persists amid broader political tensions in Ethiopia, with the opposition and ruling parties also engaged in disputes elsewhere in the country.