U.S. Advises Citizens to Evacuate 3 Regions in Ethiopia as Fighting Escalates

The United States has advised its citizens in three Ethiopian regions—Amhara, Tigray, and Afar—to leave if safe or shelter until security improves, due to active fighting near Lalibela. The U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa reported the suspension of flights to Lalibela and disruptions to internet and phone services in Tigray. Canada also expressed concern over escalating violence, including the seizure of Mekelle airport and a telecommunications blackout.