Ethiopia: Army enters Adwa near Eritrean border
Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: October 12, 2026Country: Ethiopia
Politics

Ethiopian government forces entered Adwa, about 40 km from the Eritrean border, as part of their advance in Tigray. The city, with all shops closed, experienced looting of public buildings, including the local hospital, after TPLF rebels left on Saturday. The army also regained control of Mekelle, the regional capital, and telecommunications were restored, with a senior advisor to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed promising visible changes in the region.
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