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

September 29, 2026 · 4:14 pm 3 sources

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• Ethiopia fighting escalates in Tigray killing 52 civilians, medic tells the BBC
  BBC News · September 30, 2026 15:04
  The deadly fighting has also spread to neighbouring regions, stranding tourists in Lalibela.

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• Ethiopia: No regard for civilians as fighting in Ethiopia's Tigray region continues
  Deutsche Welle · September 29, 2026 16:14
  Fighting has returned to northern Ethiopia, shattering a fragile peace in the region. DW spoke to civilians caught in the crossfire amid communication blackouts, as rebel and federal forces keep battling for territory.
• Ethiopia is sliding back toward war – a look at what is driving the fighting and why it matters
  This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article. · September 29, 2026 17:59
  An offensive in the Tigray region followed months of aerial strikes by the Ethiopian government. The situation could spark a wider regional conflict.