Ethiopia fighting escalates in Tigray killing 52 civilians in Alamata, medic tells the BBC

At least 52 civilians have been killed over three days of heavy fighting around Alamata in Ethiopia's Tigray region, according to hospital sources. Government troops appear to have taken control of the town, with tanks seen on the streets, and aim to advance towards Mekelle. Clashes began after months of tension between the federal government and the Tigray-controlled party, with mutual accusations of violating a 2022 peace deal ending a two-year civil war. Fighting has also impacted neighboring Amhara region, including Lalibela, where tourists have been stranded, and involves the army and an Amhara militia allied with Tigrayan fighters.