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Ethiopian armed groups form alliance against federal government

Formerly rival Ethiopian armed groups announced a coalition to coordinate against the federal government, setting aside past differences. This marks a significant realignment amid fears of a widening conflict, though the groups' operational capacity and unity remain uncertain. The development threatens to expand Ethiopia's internal instability and regional spillover.

Al Jazeeraabout 7 hours agoETengCredibility 54%View source

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↑ escalating·4 signals·ETScore 5.5