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Africa

Facing famine, Tigray concedes to Ethiopian government, and Abiy

Two agreements ending the fighting were signed but uncertainties — including aid deliveries and Eritrea’s intentions — remain.

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Africa

Will the US use its leverage now to end the killing in Ethiopia?

Face-to-face talks begin in South Africa today, while Abiy may have pushed the limits, lobbying China and Russia to his side.

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Africa

US diplomacy failing at critical moment in Ethiopia war

Washington appears to accept the government's military dominance over Tigray in partnership with Eritrea amid the world's bloodiest conflict.

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Africa

Tigray announces cessation of hostilities, but Abiy remains silent

US efforts to move Ethiopian government toward peace and away from Eritrean meddling face key test.

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Africa

'Peace process' is dead, as is fragile ceasefire in Ethiopia

PM Abiy has used starvation as a weapon, while negotiations have sputtered due to mistrust and weak international oversight.

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Military Industrial Complex

Humanitarian assistance doesn't give militarism a free pass

The United States has often helped create — and missed opportunities to prevent — circumstances that require emergency aid.