AU Peace and Security Council raises alarm over rising tensions with Tigray’s TPLF
The AU emphasised the necessity of upholding the Permanent Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (COHA) signed between the TPLF and Ethiopia in Pretoria.
The African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council has voiced concern over escalating tensions within the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) after reports emerged that rival factions have taken control of key offices in Tigray’s capital Mekelle.
"The AU underscores the importance of stability and peace in the region, calling upon all parties involved to exercise restraint and engage in constructive dialogue," read a statement issued on Friday.
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The AU emphasised the necessity of upholding the Permanent Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (COHA) signed between the TPLF and the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in Pretoria in November 2022.
"The AU emphasises that adherence to the COHA is crucial for maintaining the hard-won peace and fostering an environment conducive to sustainable peacebuilding, reconciliation, and development," the statement added, urging "all stakeholders to honour their commitments and work collaboratively towards a peaceful resolution."
Tigray Regional Interim Administration President Getachew Reda warned on Thursday that Ethiopia's northern region risks sliding back into civil war following the seizure of a key town by a breakaway TPLF.
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