Geda Commandos Reportedly Kill Dozens of Ethnic Amharas in East Wollega
Reports indicate that Geda Commando forces have killed dozens of ethnic Amharas in Ethiopia's Oromia region, with evidence suggesting a systematic campaign of violence. The attacks have resulted in civilian deaths, including clergy, and the displacement of thousands of residents.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing ethnic tensions and human rights concerns in Ethiopia, which threaten regional stability.
TORONTO, Canada — A resurgent , massive, and coordinated attack against ethnic Amharas has been reported in the East Wollega Zone of Ethiopia’s Oromia region. The Geda Commando, a security force operating under the Oromia regional state structure, has been directly linked to the violence, which has reportedly claimed dozens of lives.
According to reports, the pattern of the attacks bears characteristics aimed at cleansing ethnic Amharas from the entire Wollega region.
The Ethiopia Media Service (EMS), a diaspora-based outlet citing sources from the Gida Ayana district, reported that Ethiopian Orthodox Church archpriest Qomos Aba Tadesse was among those shot dead by Geda Commando forces. Video footage circulating on social media purportedly shows him being abused by the commandos in Wollega, followed by images of his deceased body.
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