The Intelligence from The Economist No quiet on any front: Ethiopia’s clash of conflicts
Sep 2, 2022
Tom Gardner, Horn of Africa correspondent, shares insights on the resurgence of violence in Ethiopia's Tigray region, deepening the humanitarian crisis. Jeremy Page, Asia diplomatic editor, discusses the challenges stemming from China's Belt and Road Initiative, revealing the implications of rising debts for developing countries. Anne Rowe, Obituaries editor, reflects on Issey Miyake's philosophy of inclusive fashion, intertwined with his personal journey from Hiroshima to becoming a global icon.
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Truce Breakdown in Tigray
- A five-month truce in Ethiopia's Tigray region recently collapsed, resuming conflict between the Tigrayan People's Liberation Front (TPLF) and the government.
- Millions face starvation as the humanitarian crisis worsens amidst renewed violence.
Resumed Fighting and Airstrikes
- Fighting resumed on August 24th near Kobo, with both sides blaming each other.
- The conflict escalated with airstrikes in Tigray and ground fighting, reminiscent of the war's start in 2020.
Broken Truce and Blockade
- The humanitarian truce aimed to provide aid to Tigray, but the government maintained a blockade on essential services.
- This led to the TPLF accusing the government of breaking commitments and reigniting the conflict.