Ethiopian forces enter strategic Tigray town of Adwa

Ethiopian government forces and allied militias have entered the strategic northwestern town of Adwa in the country’s Tigray region without resistance. Located near the Eritrean border, the move follows the recent withdrawal of Tigray People’s Liberation Front fighters from the area. Local residents report that streets remain tense, with closed shops and widespread fear of looting.

This event coincides with federal forces reclaiming control over key regional hubs, including the capital of Mekelle, where commercial flights have recently resumed after weeks of suspension. The shifting military control underscores the fragile nature of the current situation in northern Ethiopia.

While efforts to restore regional infrastructure and transport links slowly begin, the broader geopolitical landscape remains complex. As communities navigate the aftermath of ongoing hostilities, the path toward lasting stability and peace requires careful humanitarian and political engagement.