Ethiopian Opposition Parties Condemn Deadly Drone Strike on Orthodox Monastery in Wollo
Two Ethiopian opposition parties have condemned a drone strike on an Orthodox monastery in the Amhara region, which reportedly killed two nuns. The parties labeled the attack a systematic act of violence against religious institutions and questioned the government's commitment to national dialogue.
Why it matters
The incident highlights escalating tensions and the humanitarian crisis in Ethiopia, raising concerns about the safety of civilians and religious sites during ongoing conflicts.
TORONTO, Canada — Two major Ethiopian opposition parties have released statements condemning a reported Ethiopian Defense Force drone strike on an Ethiopian Orthodox Church monastery near Mekane Selam, Wollo, in the Amhara region of Ethiopia.
The Enat Party, one of the major opposition parties, released a statement Friday regarding the tragic incident at the monastery, citing that two nuns were killed and 14 others were taken to hospitals in Mekane Selam and Dessie. The party treats the strike as a deliberate act, labeling it “arrogant and systemic conduct” motivated by “hate.”
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