Ethopia: Woldia City endures night of heavy gunfire, mortar attacks last Sunday; residents still face restricted movement

Addis Abeba – Following a brief but intense battle involving heavy weaponry in the vicinity of Woldia on Sunday evening, the city has experienced restricted movement and escalating tensions.

Local residents, who requested anonymity for their safety, reported to Addis Standard that the conflict commenced around 8:00 PM on Sunday, 13 October, 2024, and persisted until 12:00 AM the following day.

One resident recounted, “Heavy gunfire began around 8:00 PM, and the fierce battle…