Heavy clashes, internet blackout as Ethiopia conflict reignites

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Heavy clashes between Ethiopian forces and Tigray rebels have reignited conflict in the Afar region amid an internet blackout in northern areas. The fighting has created a precarious humanitarian situation as the government attempts to repel rebel attacks.

Ethiopian forces fought overnight to repel an attack by Tigray rebels in the Afar region, a humanitarian source said Friday, as reports emerged of an internet blackout across north...