Eritrean troops suffered heavy losses in Tigray, militia says
Ethiopian forces expanded their control in Tigray, while Eritrea denied its troops had moved inside northern Ethiopia. The US called for de-escalation.
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What happened
An Ethiopian militia says Eritrean troops in Tigray suffered heavy losses and are retreating toward the border. Ethiopian forces have expanded their control in the region. Eritrea denies its troops moved inside northern Ethiopia, and the US has called for de-escalation.
Why it matters
The US has called for de-escalation while the two sides' accounts of troop movements remain in conflict.
Timeline
- Oct 14, 8:00 PM ET: An Ethiopian militia spokesperson says Eritrean troops in Tigray suffered heavy losses and are retreating toward their border.
- Oct 15, 2:41 PM ET: Eritrea denies that its troops moved inside northern Ethiopia.
- Oct 15, 2:41 PM ET: The US calls for de-escalation as Ethiopian forces expand their control in Tigray.
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