Published June 26, 2025, noon by FNN in
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The Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), a key liberation group in the Oromo region, has reportedly conducted a successful operation against government forces in the Western Wallaga zone, specifically in the Haru district, our local sources reported. The operation, which took place on June 26, 2025, is seen as a significant victory in the ongoing struggle for Oromo self-determination.
The Oromo Struggle for Self-determination
For a substantial duration, the Oromo people have experienced political marginalization and human rights abuses, which have fueled their demand for genuine autonomy and self-governance. In the face of these challenges, the Oromo people, under the banner …
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Published June 24, 2025, 2:52 p.m. by FNN in
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In an event that has significantly ruffled the political landscape and underscored pressing human rights issues, the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) achieved a major victory on June 24, 2025, in L West Wallaggaa zone of Oromia. According to local sources, an OLA member captured a crucial military asset from the imperial forces, marking a significant triumph for the Oromo people and a substantial setback for the imperial forces.
The Incident in Lata Sibu District
The incident took place in the Lata Sibuu district of West Wallagga, an area notorious for its history of conflicts and political tension. The OLA member, …
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Published June 24, 2025, 2:48 p.m. by FNN in
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Recent developments in the Oromia region of Ethiopia have raised serious human rights concerns, with multiple districts reporting incidents of violence, unlawful detentions, and perceived intimidation by state forces and armed groups.
Harxumma Furse: Fear and Intimidation
In the Wallo zone of Oromia, specifically in the district of Harxumma Furse, local sources reported on June 24, 2025, a violent incident involving state security forces. This reportedly led to the arrest and alleged torture of two respected community leaders, Mr. Sheek Muhe Aliyyi and Yesuf Sheku. The incident has incited fear among the local population, and the ongoing presence of …
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Published June 22, 2025, 10:28 p.m. by FNN in
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In a series of significant political developments in Oromia region, the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) clashed with security forces in the Bunno Beddelle zone, and six Ethiopian soldiers defected to join the OLA in East Wallagga. These incidents, reported by local sources, underscore the escalating tensions, human rights issues, and shifting allegiances within the region.
OLA Clashes with Security Forces in Buunnoo Beddelle
On the 2nd of June, 2025, the OLA confronted ENDF security forces in the Dabo Hanna district of the Bunno Beddellee zone. The incident took place in the Gero Digaja village, where the OLA ambushed ENDF security …
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Published June 19, 2025, 9:02 p.m. by FNN in
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On June 19, 2025, two soldiers from the Ethiopian Imperial Forces defected to the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) in the Galana district of Guji zone, in the southern part of the country. The Ethiopian Imperial regime has been accused of forcibly conscripting Oromo youths into its ranks, training them for warfare, often disregarding the security of its citizens in favor of maintaining its rule. However, a growing number of these individuals are now beginning to understand the difference between their Oromo and Ethiopian identities, leading them to abandon the regime and surrender themselves to the OLA.
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Published June 19, 2025, 5:16 p.m. by FNN in
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Ongoing Struggle for Oromo Freedom: Recent Developments and Challenges
June 19, 2025, marked a significant event in the longstanding struggle for Oromia Self-Determination. Local sources reported a major conflict in the East Arsi Zone of Oromia, particularly in the district of Munessa. This conflict involved the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), a movement dedicated to the cause of Oromo self-determination, and the armed forces of the Prosperity Party (PP), a dominant political entity in the region.
Conflict in Munessa: A Glimpse into the Oromo Struggle
The Southern and Eastern parts of Oromia, where the OLA operates, witnessed a clash between …
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Published June 17, 2025, 7:17 p.m. by FNN in
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Rising Tensions in Arsii Bahaa: Casualties and Arrests Amid OLA and Prosperity Party Clashes The eastern district of Arsii Bahaa in the Oromia region of Ethiopia witnessed escalating tensions on June 17, 2025, according to local sources.
FNN sources report that the conflict involved members of the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) and forces associated with the Prosperity Party (PP). The Siree sub-district of East Arsi located in the eastern part of Oromia, became a hotbed of violence as the OLA launched an attack on PP forces. The clash reportedly led to the death of six individuals and the arrest of …
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Published June 16, 2025, 9:30 p.m. by FNN in
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On June 17, 2025, our local sources reported a surge in tensions between residents and government forces in West Shaggar, specifically in the Liiban Cuqqala district. Local residents, who are Oromo, clashed with government soldiers led by Colonel Abiy Ahmed on June 16, 2025, in the village of Warra Jarso. The confrontation reportedly escalated into violence, with the military using live ammunition against the local population. The incident, which is part of a larger pattern of political unrest and human rights issues in the region, resulted in numerous casualties. The exact number of victims remains unknown, but local sources reported …
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Published June 15, 2025, 9:04 p.m. by FNN in
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Reports from our local sources in the Oromia have shed light on a series of violent incidents and political developments occurring in June 2025. On June 12th, in the village of Shuqursu Finiyan Sulli, part of the Hartma Furse administration in the Wallo district, northern Oromia, heavily armed Amhara militias known as "Fano" reportedly opened fire on civilians. This attack resulted in the injury of Mrs. Hawa Aliche, a mother of one, who was shot within her home. She was subsequently transported to the Kamimse hospital for intensive treatment. The Fano militias have reportedly intensified their random attacks in this …
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Published June 13, 2025, 1:02 p.m. by FNN in
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Our local sources have reported a series of disturbing events in the Oromia region of Ethiopia.
On June 6, 2025, a young man named Ayana Latta was reportedly executed by the Ethiopian Imperial Forces in the Sasiga district of East Wollega. According to reports, Latta was forcibly taken from his home and shot dead on the spot. Latta's case is not an isolated incident. Sources indicate that he had been arrested multiple times on fabricated charges such as "collaborating with the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA)" or "being a member" of the same. After enduring severe torture in detention centers, he …
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Published June 12, 2025, 2:23 p.m. by FNN in
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In a significant development in the ongoing conflict in Oromia, two soldiers from the ruling Prosperity Party (PP) forces have defected to the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) on June 13, 2025. The defectors, believed to be of Oromo and other ethnic backgrounds, carried their full military gear, including AKM rifles and ammunition, marking a growing trend of defections across Oromia.
Continued Defections to OLA
The defectors joined the OLA units operating in the area, reflecting an increasing discontent with the PP-led regime, which they described as repressive and conspiratorial. The former PP soldiers expressed gratitude for the reception they received, …
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Published June 12, 2025, 10:29 a.m. by FNN in
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In a worrying development from Oromia, local sources have reported a series of arrests and human rights abuses in various zones of the Oromia state over the last few days. On June 12, 2025, in the East Wallaga zone of Oromia, Guto Gidda district, our local sources reported that Prosperity Party (PP) military forces had rounded up and arrested civilians. The operation was reportedly carried out in the village of Fayisa in the Didibbe district. According to the sources, a man named Shonee Bayisa was arrested during a midnight raid on his home. These sources also reported that the PP …
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Published June 10, 2025, 10:45 p.m. by FNN in
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BREAKING: OROMO LIBERATION ARMY MAKES SIGNIFICANT GAINS AGAINST GOVERNMENT FORCES
Finfinnee News Network (FNN) June 11, 2025
In a striking development from the Oromia region, the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) claims to have made significant gains in its ongoing conflict against the government forces. Our local sources have reported that the OLA launched a successful offensive on June 10, 2025, resulting in considerable losses for the government forces. According to the reports, the OLA inflicted heavy casualties on government troops and seized substantial amounts of military equipment, including a PKM machine gun and 15 AKM rifles. These developments signify a …
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Published June 10, 2025, 2:34 p.m. by FNN in
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BREAKING NEWS: ALLEGED HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS IN OROMIA FNN reports that on June 10th, 2025, multiple incidents of violence allegedly involving the Prosperity Party (PP) forces and the Ethiopian Imperial Army were reported in the East and South West regions of Oromia, according to local sources. In the Eastern Shawa zone, local sources reported that a 19-year-old youth, Melka Melki, was fatally shot by PP forces in the early hours of June 9th in Shubi Gamo village, Dugda district. The PP forces, under the pretext of enforcing law and order, have purportedly been carrying out extrajudicial killings in the region. …
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Published June 10, 2025, 1:24 p.m. by FNN in
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BREAKING: Military Clashes and Civilian Casualties Reported in Oromia
FNN- Local sources report escalating tensions in the Oromia region. On June 10, 2025, in the Qellem Wallagga zone, Gaawoo Qeebbee district, Arroojjii Gaara Korbeessa village, a confrontation erupted between the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) and forces loyal to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. The engagement resulted in OLA's capture of two military-grade AKM rifles. In a separate incident in the East Shaggar, Dugda district, our sources reported the tragic killing of a young man named Butaa Boruu on June 9, 2025. The slain youth, reportedly unarmed, was targeted due to suspected …
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Published June 9, 2025, 10:53 p.m. by FNN in
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BREAKING NEWS: HUMAN RIGHTS CRISIS IN WEST WALLAGGA June 10, 2025 - Reports of state-sanctioned violence are escalating in West Wallagga Zone, Oromia, as forces aligned with the ruling Prosperity Party (PP) stand accused of executing civilians and looting livestock. Oromia National Media–Arrata Biyyoolessa Oromiyaa (ONM-ABO) reported on June 8, that local militia allegedly executed a 74-year-old Oromo elder, Obbo Abraahim Imaanaa on June 6, accusing him of links with the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), despite his lack of political affiliation. ONM-ABO describes this as a "cold-blooded killing of an unarmed elder." Separately, on June 4, PP forces reportedly stole …
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Published June 9, 2025, 10:47 p.m. by FNN in
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BREAKING NEWS: ETHIOPIAN SECURITY FORCES ACCUSED OF HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS IN OROMIA REGION June 10, 2025 – Oromia, Ethiopia - The Prosperity Party's security forces have been accused of serious human rights abuses in the Oromia region, according to reports by the Oromia National Media - Arrata Biyyoolessa Oromiyaa (ONM-ABO). On June 8, ONM-ABO reported that an elderly man, Obbo Abraahim Imaanaa, was allegedly dragged from his home and executed in front of his family by the Prosperity Party militia in the Gullisoo District. The victim was accused of having contacts with the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), a charge he …
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Published June 9, 2025, 10:25 p.m. by FNN in
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Breaking News: Human Rights Abuses Escalate in Oromia, Ethiopia By Finfinnee News Network – June 10, 2025 Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party (PP) forces have been accused of human rights abuses, including the killing of civilians and looting of livestock in the West Wallagga Zone, Oromia, according to reports from Oromia National Media – Arrata Biyyoolessa Oromiyaa (ONM-ABO) on June 8, 2025. Allegedly, on June 6, PP militia executed a 74-year-old man, Obbo Abraahim Imaanaa, in his home in Warra Jirruu village, Gullisoo District. The elderly man, accused of allying with the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), was known as a respected …
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Published June 9, 2025, 3:38 a.m. by FNN in
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Oromia Global Forum (OGF) Urges Immediate International Action Amid Escalating Human Rights Violations Against Oromo Civilians in Ethiopia
June 9, 2025 - The Oromia Global Forum (OGF) urgently calls the attention of the international community, including the United Nations, African Union, European Union, United States Government, and global human rights organizations, to the escalating atrocities committed against Oromo civilians in Ethiopia under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s regime.
Recent reports from credible sources reveal a horrifying surge in targeted killings, arbitrary detentions, torture, and forced displacements carried out by Prosperity Party (PP) forces and affiliated militias across multiple zones in Oromia, …
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Published May 29, 2025, 11:26 p.m. by Hambisa in
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President Isaias Afwerki's recent address on the occasion of the anniversary of Eritrea's independence, as much as it was full of historical allusions and condemnations of Western imperialism, testifies to an underlying contempt for the aspirations of the Oromo people. His patronizing characterization of the "Ideology of Oromummaa" as a notion that "does not represent the Oromo people" is not just a travesty of history, but an insult to the long struggle of the Oromo nation against imperial conquest, colonial occupation, and ongoing marginalization.
The Historical Fact: The Oromo People Were Colonized Rather Than Incorporated.
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Published Dec. 24, 2024, 6:25 a.m. by FNN in
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Marcus Rashford, the dynamic forward from Manchester United, has been making headlines recently. It seems like his future at Old Trafford is a bit uncertain, and there's drama brewing in the Rashford camp.
Here's the scoop: After being dropped from the match-day squads for three consecutive games, Rashford publicly declared that he's "ready for a new challenge." Now, that's the kind of statement that sets tongues wagging and keyboards clacking! But wait, there's more—Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim isn't just sitting on the sidelines. He's raising an eyebrow and questioning the decision-making process around Rashford's comments.
Amorim acknowledges that players …
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Published Nov. 22, 2024, 8:55 p.m. by FNN in
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Finfinne, Oromia, Ethiopia – The Amhara Fano, an armed group originating from the Amhara region, has emerged as one of the most dangerous terrorist organizations in the world, comparable to Al Qaeda, ISIS, and Al Shabaab. Initially praised by the Ethiopian Prime Minister for their role against the Tigray people 1, the Fano militia has since fallen out of favor and turned their violence towards the Oromo population.
Over the years, Fano has evolved from a group of kidnappers demanding ransom to a politically motivated militia targeting Oromos in various regions, including Wallo, North Shewa, Western Shewa, East Shewa, …
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Published Nov. 13, 2024, 10:34 p.m. by FNN in
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FNN – In a historic move, the U.S. House of Representatives held a public hearing today to discuss Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs), commonly known as UFOs. The session, titled "Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena: Exposing the Truth," was spearheaded by the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability and featured testimonies from prominent experts and insiders 1 2.
Luis Elizondo, former head of the Defense Department's Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP), testified that the U.S. government has evidence suggesting "we are not alone in the cosmos." He claimed that a "cabal" of officials is hiding this information, leading to a culture …
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Published Oct. 23, 2024, 1:17 a.m. by FNN in
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The 2024 BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, has drawn global attention for expanding its membership to include new nations, sparking debates on the merits of these inclusions. Among the newest members—Ethiopia, Iran, Egypt, and the UAE—Ethiopia’s membership has been particularly contentious. Given Ethiopia's recent political and economic challenges, the decision to welcome it into BRICS alongside long-standing members Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa warrants scrutiny from both geopolitical and human rights perspectives.
Ethiopia and Egypt: The African Dilemma
Ethiopia and Egypt's inclusion, alongside South Africa, as BRICS members has raised eyebrows, particularly when one considers the complex realities …
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Published Oct. 4, 2024, 7:02 p.m. by FNN in
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On 5 September, after prolonged, illegal detention, despite up to six or more court orders for
their release, the seven top OLF leaders, six of whom had been in crowded dirty prison cells
since 2020, were released. (Gada Gebissa was detained in 2021 and had not appeared in
court.) Spokesman Lemi Gemechu attributed their release to pressure from the OLF, human
rights organisations, political parties and public advocacy. U.S. diplomacy and the imminent
arrival of Special Envoy Mike Hammer may have been significant.
Among their advocates and a regular visitor was Bate Urgessa who would have been released
alongside the …
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Published Sept. 25, 2024, 11:39 p.m. by Terfassa W. in
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Like all known ancient cultures, the Oromo people have their own myths relating to creation.
The Babylonians, the Greeks, the Egyptians, the Hebrews, and many others had their own transcendental feelings about the cosmos in which they lived. All ascribed the genesis of the world to a supernatural cause.
In the beginning was chaos and abyss, the Greek myth ran. Out of the abyss emerged three primordial elements: the earth, a cave-like space under the earth, and Eros; from these came the sky. The earth and the sky mated, and their union produced the gods, the Titans. Prometheus, son of …
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Published May 3, 2024, 5:35 a.m. by FNN in
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The OLF-OLA met with the Ethiopian government for a 2nd time in Tanzania. The OLF-OLA higher commander Jaal Marro Diriba and his deputy Jaal Gamechu Aboye directly participated in the 2nd round peace negotiation.
Oromia National Media (ONM) conducted an interview with Jaal Marro in Afaan Oromo regarding the peace talks. Jaal Marro addressed several questions posed by ONM, including inquiries about the negotiation atmosphere, encountered challenges, initial expectations for concluding a peace deal, outcomes that must be clarified to the Oromo populace, and insights gained from the peace talks proceedings.
Jaal Marro Diriba
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Published April 16, 2024, 9:13 p.m. by FNN in
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The Ethiopian government has continued harassment in Oromia. In the last couple of days, the government security forces were reported to have detained and released family members of Batte Urgessa and Dhaqaba Wario Gidi from Shashmane. In a separate news, the OLF-OLA leaders spoke at length about the events that transpired at the peace negotiations between the Ethiopian government and the OLF-OLA in Tanzania and revealed some details about the government's request to form alliance and fight against the Eritrean government and Amhara rebels, which the OLF-OLA rejected. Stay with us.
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Published April 12, 2024, 12:56 a.m. by FNN in
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In this program, we will discuss on the shocking news of Batte Urgessa's assassination. As much as we can we will highlight the life that Batte led in Ethiopian empire especially under the current Prosperity Party of Abiy Ahmed. We will discuss about other less noticed targeted assassinations and how they relate to Batte's assassination. We will discuss about the fate of non-violent struggle in Ethiopian empire. You can also watch here or here. Stay with us.
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Published April 4, 2024, 6:26 p.m. by FNN in
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According to ONM-ABO news April 4,2024 the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia has launched several diplomatic measures in response to the recent developments and in compliance with the principles of sovereignty and environmental integrity.
The decision follows a decision by the Council of Ministers in response to the actions of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, which Somali government says violate the sovereignty and internal affairs of Somalia.
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Ethiopian Ambassador’s Departure: Somalia has issued an order for the Ethiopian Ambassador, Mr. Muktar Mohamed Ware, to leave the country within …
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Published Jan. 21, 2024, 4:27 a.m. by FNN in
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Declassified Letter Reveals Journalist and CIA Operative Paul B. Henze's Strategic Advice to Ethiopian Leader on OLF.
In a recently declassified letter, Paul Bernard Henze, a seasoned journalist and former CIA operative, has emerged as a key figure in advising Ethiopia's then-Prime Minister Meles Zenawi on dealing with the Oromo Liberation Front (OLF). The contents of the letter shed light on Henze's perspective, describing the OLF as a diffuse and amateurish movement lacking a clear political or economic ideology.
Henze's detailed account, addressed to Meles Zenawi, narrates his observations and interactions with the OLF during a critical period in 1992. …
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Published Jan. 12, 2024, 5:56 a.m. by FNN in
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In this week, several events have taken palce across the world. Among the top news are the following.
OLF-OLA Advances Towards Finfinne
In Ethiopia, the Oromo Liberation Front-Oromo Liberation Army (OLF-OLA) forces are reportedly advancing towards the capital, Finfinne. The OLF-OLA, a political organization established in 1973 by Oromo nationalists, is pushing for the self-determination of the Oromo people. In 2023, two rounds of peace talks were held in Tanzania in an attempt to resolve the conflict. However, these discussions concluded without a major breakthrough, further exacerbating the tensions. Since then, the OLF-OLA has been consolidating its forces around the …
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Published Dec. 20, 2023, 8:54 p.m. by FNN in
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In a dramatic response to a grave breach of diplomatic norms, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has withdrawn all its international staff from Ethiopia, a move that reflects heightened concerns over the safety of its international personnel. The incident, marked by the assault and arrest of two AfDB internatioonal employees, has thrown a spotlight on Ethiopia's deteriorating security situation and strained diplomatic relations.
AfDB President Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina revealed that the disturbing events unfolded on October 31, 2023, when two international staff members were subjected to unlawful arrest, assault, and a harrowing two-hour detention without official explanation. Adesina emphasized …
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Published Dec. 11, 2023, 6:54 p.m. by FNN in
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Taye Dande'a's Removal Exposes Deep Divisions within the Government, Echoing Sentiments of Advocates for human rights and justice.
In a recent development, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has ousted Minister of Peace Taye Dande'a from office, shedding light on the internal conflicts within the government. Dande'a's removal follows his vocal critique of the government's approach to conflicts, particularly its failure to reach an agreement with the Oromo Liberation Front-Oromo Liberation Army (OLF-OLA). This event underscores growing divisions within the government, with Dande'a's dismissal reflecting Abiy Ahmed's intolerance for voices advocating human rights and justice.
Taye highlighted that the government paints …
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Published Nov. 29, 2023, 4:58 p.m. by FNN in
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FNN has obtained an open letter addressed to United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken from a group of Oromo-American scholars and professionals (OS&P). The letter expresses concern over an online attack by some Amhara extremists against the Head of Mission in Ethiopia, triggered by the U.S. Embassy's use of the historical name "Finfinnee" to refer to the capital city of Oromia and Ethiopia.
The letter, dated November 28, 2023, outlines the historical context behind the naming of Finfinne and sheds light on the assimilationist policies implemented during Emperor Menelik's era. It argues that the use of the original name …
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Published Nov. 22, 2023, 9:13 p.m. by FNN in
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In a disappointing turn of events, the recent round of peace talks held in Dare Salam, Tanzania, between the Oromo Liberation Front-Oromo Liberation Army (OLF-OLA) and the Ethiopian Prosperity Government has concluded without reaching a peace deal. The OLF-OLA leadership, anticipating a transformative outcome for the Oromo people and the nation, expressed their deep disappointment with the Ethiopian government's approach during the negotiations.
In a statement released by OLF-OLA representatives, it was highlighted that the OLF-OLA engaged its highest leadership in this round of talks with the hope of addressing the fundamental problems underlying the seemingly insurmountable security and political …
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Published Nov. 8, 2023, 9:56 p.m. by FNN in
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In a significant development, the Oromo Liberation Front-Oromo Liberation Army (OLF-OLA) and the Ethiopian Prosperity Government have commenced a second round of peace talks in Dere Salam, Tanzania. This follows the initial round of discussions that took place in Zanzibar, Tanzania, earlier this year. The first round concluded in early May without achieving any major breakthrough.
Before the commencement of these crucial talks, it has been reported that a three-week preparatory phase was held between OLF-OLA representatives and delegates from the Ethiopian federal and Oromia regional governments. The peace negotiations include a notable presence of military leaders, with individuals like …
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Published Sept. 12, 2023, 6:51 p.m. by Gizawu in
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In this segment, I present the argument that the current Ethiopian government has fallen short of its legitimate responsibilities and now exists in a quasi-state of being, as elaborated below.
The current government of Ethiopia is unable to perform the functions of the sovereign -nation-state in that it cannot project authority over its territory and peoples, and it cannot protect its national boundaries. The governing capacity of this state is weakened in that it is unable to fulfil the administrative and organizational tasks required to control people and resources and can provide only negligible public services in some big cities …
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Published Aug. 25, 2023, 8:12 p.m. by FNN in
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Published Aug. 23, 2023, 10:02 p.m. by FNN in
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An audio recording has emerged, purportedly disclosing the intentions of Fano Amhara terrorists to carry out attacks on civilians within several areas of the Oromia region. The leaked audio, recently brought to public attention, captures a discussion among unidentified individual and one who called himself Zalalam and a member of the Fano group regarding their alleged plans to attack Oromo civilians and relocate the war in Amhara region to Oromia in response to the Ethiopian government's recent military operations in the Amhara region of Ethiopia.
The leaked audio suggests that the group's purported targets include North Shawa, East Shawa, and …
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Published Dec. 25, 2022, 6:30 a.m. by FNN in
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Terror reigns in Oromia by the Ethiopian government backed Fano Amhara terrorists. The Fano Amhara terrorists have been carrying out brutal attacks against Oromo civilians in Ethiopia, according to eyewitness accounts and reports from the community and government officials. On December 23rd, the terrorists chopped the throat of an Oromo teenager, adding to the list of gruesome tactics such as beheadings, throat-cutting, and burning alive that have been used to terrorize and kill Oromo civilians. Earlier this month, two Oromos were decapitated and their heads were displayed on sticks and fences. In a particularly heinous attack, an eighth month pregnant …
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Published Dec. 16, 2022, 5:34 p.m. by FNN in
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The US is fast in bed with Abiy Ahmed who along with Fano Amhara terrorists and Eritrean forces is still murdering Oromo and Tigrayan civilians. The invitation of the Ethiopian head of state to the US-Africa Leaders Summit was not transparent and misleading from the beginning. When an African journalist Simon Ateba of Today News Africa asked the US government about who was invited to attend the summit from Ethiopia, the US government responded it was the head of state and implied it was the current Ethiopian President Sahle-Work Zewude and that the Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed was not invited. …
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Published Oct. 27, 2022, 4:55 a.m. by FNN in
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The Ethiopian government intensified aerial attacks on civilians in Oromia killing hundreds beginning in mid-October 2022. On October 19th, the regime killed over 50 Oromo civilians in the Chobi district in the West Shawa zone of Oromia. This attack began earlier this month in the Meta Walqixxe district of West Shawa. Overall, the regime has conducted aerial attacks in Meta Walqixxe, Chobi, Nunu Qunba, and many other districts in Oromia.
This aerial attack suggests the regime is losing on the ground to the offensive by the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA). The OLA had driven the regime forces from towns …
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Published Aug. 16, 2022, 4:31 p.m. by FNN in
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The Oromo Liberation Army sent a congratulatory statement yesterday to the newly elected president of Kenya, William Ruto. The OLA emphasized the relationship between the Oromo people and Kenya and the significance of Kenya as a second home to the largest Oromo community outside of Oromia.
The OLA stated the interest to work with the newly elected president of Kenya in fostering the bodn between the Oromo people and Kenya and for peace and stability in the horn of Africa region.
President elect Ruto was a vice president under Uhuru Kenyatta who endorsed Raila Odinga in this campaign. The chief …
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