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Ethiopia has received 12 Su-35 fighter jets from Russia ahead of schedule and plans to purchase four S-400 air defence systems. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed described the deal as a 'milestone' and stated that Ethiopia is the first sub-Saharan African country to acquire such advanced military hardware. The delivery occurred against the backdrop of renewed conflict in Tigray and escalating tensions with Eritrea.
Aziz KarimovSudan's Deputy Foreign Minister Muawiya Osman Khalid said that Ethiopia is allowing its territory to be used for drone launches employed in attacks on Sudanese facilities. He called this a dangerous development for the region. Addis Ababa earlier rejected the accusations, stating that it respects Sudan's sovereignty.
Otabek YusupovOn the sidelines of the two-day Russia–Africa summit in Moscow, Vladimir Putin met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and said that bilateral trade turnover grew by 14% over the first eight months of 2026, having exceeded $10 billion for the first time in 2025. The sides discussed the El-Dabaa nuclear power plant and the expansion of nuclear cooperation. Separately, Putin met with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
Aziz KarimovVladimir Putin, during a meeting in Moscow, congratulated the head of the Ethiopian government on his election to the post, noted the friendly ties between the two countries and Addis Ababa's participation in the Russia–Africa summits in Sochi and St. Petersburg. The visit takes place against the backdrop of reports about deliveries of Russian Su-35s to Ethiopia.
Otabek YusupovThe Ethiopian Orthodox Church reported that more than 60 people were killed in a series of attacks on Christians in the Shirkka district of the Oromia region. A local official blamed the rebel coalition “Alliance for Survival,” which includes the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA); the OLA did not comment on the incident, but has previously denied involvement in similar attacks.
Aziz KarimovAfter armed clashes in the border town of Moyale between Ethiopia's Oromia and Somali regions, hundreds of people crossed the border into Kenya. The Kenya Red Cross Society launched an emergency response targeting 1,000 households in Marsabit County. The casualty count remains unconfirmed and the causes of the conflict are unclear.
Sevara AzamovaThe TPLF reported 1,511 killed and 1,050 wounded federal soldiers in fighting on October 17–18 near Menre; Ethiopia has not confirmed the figures. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed accused Eritrea of supporting the rebels and warned of 'very, very, very severe consequences' of ignoring calls for cooperation.
Sevara AzamovaEthiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced the creation of an interim administration in the Tigray region with a six-month deadline to prepare for elections. This followed the September offensive by the TPLF and allied groups, which was pushed back. Deteriorating relations with Eritrea and military activity near the border have raised alarm in the international community: the US and UK are calling for de-escalation and dialogue.
Aziz KarimovThe Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) declared illegitimate the new interim government of the region appointed by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's government after the dissolution of the previous administration. Federal authorities appointed Assefa Abraha Hagos as chief administrator for six months. The confrontation comes amid renewed fighting and a threat to the 2022 Pretoria peace agreement.
Otabek YusupovThe government of Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced on Friday the appointment of a new interim administration in the northern Tigray region following the resumption of hostilities. The administration has been given six months to restore stability, services, and prepare 'free and fair elections.' The TPLF rejected the appointment, accusing Addis Ababa of puppet rule.
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