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Is Ethiopia’s civil war at ‘turning point’ as Tigray rebels retake key cities?

New offensive launched after federal government declares unilateral ceasefire

14 Jul 2021

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Captured Ethiopian troops arrive at the Mekele Rehabilitation Center

Captured Ethiopian troops in Mekelle

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