Defense Forces Announce 436 Fighters Killed After Thwarting TPLF Offensive in Northeastern Command
The Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF) announced it successfully thwarted a major offensive by TPLF armed forces in the Northeastern Command, reporting 436 rebel fighters killed, 220 wounded, and 44 captured. Brigadier General Adisu Bedru stated that TPLF units deployed four armies in the attack, which federal forces neutralized, seizing significant quantities of weapons.
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This report provides an update on the ongoing conflict in Ethiopia, highlighting continued military engagements and the significant human cost. It underscores the volatile security situation in the region and the challenges to peace and stability.
(Nairobi, Kenya) — The Ethiopian National Defense Force announced that its units successfully thwarted a major military offensive launched by TPLF armed forces within the Northeastern Command’s operational jurisdiction. Military authorities reported that a coordinated counter-attack resulted in 436 rebel fighters killed, 220 wounded, and 44 captured.
Brigadier General Adisu Bedru, a corps commander in the Northeastern Command, stated that TPLF fighters regrouped their scattered forces following initial military movements toward the command’s sector before launching a full-scale offensive.
According to Brigadier General Adisu, the armed group fully deployed four designated army units—identified as the 31st, 26th, 15th, and 44th armies—in an attempt to break through federal positions. Defense units mounted a coordinated defensive maneuver followed by targeted counter-attack measures, completely neutralizing the advance.
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