Bbc ethiopian news today
Here are the latest news updates from the BBC on Ethiopia:
Breaking News
- Ethiopia's government has announced that it will be launching a new military operation against the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF), which it accuses of attacking federal troops. (Source: BBC News)
- The Ethiopian government has also imposed a state of emergency in the Tigray region, citing the need to restore order and stability. (Source: BBC News)
Top Stories
- Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has accused the TPLF of planning a coup against his government, and has vowed to take "necessary measures" to protect the country. (Source: BBC News)
- The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire in Ethiopia's Tigray region, and has urged all parties to respect human rights and international law. (Source: BBC News)
- The African Union has also called for an immediate ceasefire and has urged the Ethiopian government and the TPLF to engage in dialogue to resolve their differences peacefully. (Source: BBC News)
Other News
- The Ethiopian government has announced that it will be increasing the price of bread by 20% due to rising costs and a shortage of wheat. (Source: BBC News)
- The country's currency, the Ethiopian birr, has also fallen to a record low against the US dollar, making imports more expensive. (Source: BBC News)
- The Ethiopian government has also announced plans to increase the price of fuel by 15% due to rising global oil prices. (Source: BBC News)
Video
- Watch: Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed addresses the nation, accusing the TPLF of planning a coup and vowing to take "necessary measures" to protect the country. (Source: BBC News)
Audio
- Listen: The BBC's Africa editor, Fergal Keane, discusses the crisis in Ethiopia and the implications for the region. (Source: BBC News)
Please note that the news updates are subject to change and may not be up to date.