Explosions heard overnight in Addis

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Explosions were reported overnight in Addis Ababa while fighting continues between Ethiopian federal forces and Tigrayan fighters. The source of the blasts is unclear; opposition-linked social media posts claimed they were caused by drone strikes, but this has not been confirmed.

Explosions were heard overnight in Addis Ababa, as fighting continues in northern Ethiopia between federal forces and Tigrayan fighters. People living in different parts of the capital, including Gotera and Bethel, said they heard loud explosions shortly after midnight. “The explosion was very loud; it was strong enough to set off car alarms,” the BBC reported, citing a witness. The source of the blasts remains unclear. Social media posts linked to the opposition alliance claimed that it had carried out several drone strikes in the capital. If confirmed, they would mark the first known drone attacks by anti-government forces on… The post Explosions heard overnight in Addis appeared first on Ethiopia Observer.