Tigray

Tigray is a region in northern Ethiopia that recently endured a devastating two-year civil war. It is newsworthy due to escalating tensions and fears of renewed conflict between the Tigrayan forces and the Ethiopian federal government, potentially exacerbated by Eritrea's alleged involvement. Recent events include drone strikes in the region, accusations of Eritrean support for rebel groups within Ethiopia, and Ethiopia accusing Eritrea of military aggression. These accusations are coupled with reports of people fleeing Tigray, seeking to escape the potential return to war. Furthermore, a year after US aid cuts, Tigray faces severe humanitarian challenges, including widespread hunger and death, highlighting the region's continued vulnerability. The situation is further complicated by regional geopolitics, as evidenced by Turkey's stance on Somaliland during a visit to Ethiopia.