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Tigray rebels withdraw from Mekelle as Ethiopian forces advance

Tigrayan forces have reportedly left Mekelle, the regional capital, ahead of advancing Ethiopian federal troops, though federal forces have not yet entered the city. The claim comes from a local journalist cited by AFP and is unverified. This marks a significant shift in the Tigray conflict, potentially signaling a turning point in the government's offensive.

Le Mondeabout 13 hours agoETCredibility 51%View source

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Mosaic Score7.1

Model confidence0.1

Significance0.8

Source credibility0.5

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#tigray #ethiopia #mekelle #conflict #withdrawal

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activeConflict7h ago

Ethiopian Forces Advance in Tigray, Recapture Mekelle Airport; TPLF Withdraws

Ethiopian government and allied forces have recaptured the airport in Tigray's capital, Mekelle, and are advancing on the city. Tigrayan People's Liberation Front (TPLF) forces have reportedly withdrawn from Mekelle and the Afar region, indicating a significant shift in territorial control. The situation remains fluid with unverified claims regarding the full extent of TPLF withdrawals and federal forces' entry into Mekelle.

↑ escalating·3 signals·ETScore 5.8

activeConflictGeopolitics10h ago