๐ Shiraro falls - Ethiopian forces capture the strategic town after weeks of fighting. As they push toward the Eritrean border town of Badme, Tigrayan forces launch a major counteroffensive. Heavy fighting is ongoing
๐ Fano claims big win in Wuchale - 123 government soldiers killed (including 2 senior officers) + 160 wounded over 5 days of heavy clashes. Strategic highway shut down.
๐Tigrayan commanders surrender. Pro-gov sources say two Army 15 commanders, including Col. Haile Selassie Assefa (โWedi Feteneโ), have surrendered. Independent confirmation pending.
๐ China steps in the Horn of Africa. Beijing to send two senior envoys to Ethiopia & Eritrea this month to de-escalate tensions and promote peace
๐ Ten civilians, including four children, were killed in Tigray when leftover military weapons exploded. Leftover bombs and landmines are becoming more dangerous because the ongoing have stopped NGO teams from safely clearing them away.