A closer look at “Ethiopians Celebrate Meskel Amid Renewed Fighting, Calls for Peace”, exactly as the source publishes it. Orthodox Ethiopians celebrated Meskel over the weekend, one of the holiest days on their calendar. But this year, the festivities were overshadowed by an armed rebellion aimed at overthrowing the Ethiopian government. While the main celebration took place in the capital Addis Ababa, heavy fighting ravaged several regions across the country, including an attack reported only 45 km away from the capital. The contrast between the religious celebrations and the violence underscores the deepening crisis in Ethiopia.
Faithful called for peace amid the renewed fighting, which has displaced thousands and exacerbated a humanitarian emergency. The government has vowed to crush the rebellion, but the conflict shows no signs of abating. The Meskel celebrations, usually a time of joy and community, were marked by anxiety and uncertainty as the sounds of battle echoed in the distance. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.