Ethiopia clashes push 50,000 to flee to Kenya

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Fighting between rival forces in southern Ethiopia has driven about 50,000 people to seek refuge in neighboring Kenya, according to the United Nations, citing local authorities. The displacement followed clashes that began last week.

The outbreak of fighting between rival forces in southern Ethiopia last week has led some 50,000 people to seek refuge in neighbouring Kenya, the United Nations said Wednesday, citing local authorities.