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Blasts heard in Ethiopia's capital after drone flights banned
BBC • • world
Key Points:
- Explosions were reported overnight in Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa, including near the military headquarters and southern parts of the city, shortly after drone flights were banned over the area.
- The blasts occurred amid ongoing conflict in the north between the Ethiopian army and a newly formed alliance of armed groups, including forces from the Tigray region.
- An opposition-linked source claimed responsibility, stating the explosions were caused by drone strikes, although there have been no official confirmations or reports of casualties or damage.
- Residents described the explosions as loud and strong enough to set off car alarms, but government officials and security forces have yet to comment on the incidents.
