Tigray Residents Stock Up as Fears of Full-Scale War Resurface

Residents in Ethiopia's Tigray region stock up on essentials amid rising fears of renewed conflict as clashes escalate between federal forces and TPLF.

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September 24, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Mekelle, Ethiopia — Residents in Ethiopia’s Tigray region are hoarding food, cash, and essential supplies, fearing a return to large-scale warfare after recent military confrontations between the federal government and Tigrayan forces.

The Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) has announced an alliance with six other armed groups, signaling a potential escalation in hostilities. Meanwhile, Ethiopian Airlines has suspended all flights to Tigray following reports that Tigrayan fighters seized control of airports in the region.

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Earlier this week, Tigrayan authorities claimed they were forced into a “defensive war” after drone strikes targeted their territory. The TPLF also accused the federal government of launching an “open invasion” of Tigray, while Ethiopian officials condemned the TPLF for initiating a “large-scale offensive” that could destabilize the region.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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