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Ethiopia: Oromo Liberation Front (OLF) – Dr. Abiy Ahmed is responsible for the bad act done on the people of PP government (13.12.2023)

Guys, the issue of Oromo freedom (ABO)

The PP government will not be responsible for the continuous crimes against civilians and the survival of law and history. Killing innocent people in general, burning houses together and taking the children of the people to the war that doesn’t exist. There is no political power that can be extended.

The protest saying “to wipe out fish in the sea” has continued to finish the war and the massacre of the people and the masses from the land. Even if the work of fascist and enemy is done on peaceful people, there will be no fish that is dry.

Biltsignna will not be responsible for the crime done to innocent people. Oromo Liberation Front (ABO) condemns the fascist act of Dr. Abiy’s government’s army on the people of weapons; it will stand first.

By saying that you have ties with WBO means that the fight that Dr. Abiy Ahmed’s government has opened on Oromo people for the past five years. We have confirmed from the daily reports.

Like this, in the central of west Shewa zone Ona Abuna Gindabarat government army of PP has committed mass killing on innocent people. On December 10 and 11, 2023 in Abuna Gindabarat, Irjajo kebele, Chafe Erer and Finno, government army killed 8 people in the middle of the city and 3 wounded. And these are the ones who were killed:

1) Mr. Guta Bayisa – sick mentally unhealthy person

2) Mr. Tesfaye Gudata – age 56,

3) Hombossa partner – age 56

4) Gobana Fufa – 60 years old

5) Tammana Ragasa – age 47

6) Dirriba Curse – age 52,

7) Record Fillings – If they are 42 years old, 4 people are found with unknown corpses among others.

16 years old Imushee Kabbe, Batu girl and Assefa Tarfasa age 45 were found in the wounded.

On December 12, 2023 in Agamsa at Qorqobbe, the people of Fano were killed by Gadhabe. Oromo youths from Agamsa are travelling to west Gojjam to collect a sinotrack car from Agamsa and 13 people have been killed. Abdalla Waqjira, Matiyos Nugusa and Shumate Mamo are found in the name of Abdalla Waakjira.

On March 25, 2023, the massacre of Western Oromia in Qellem Wollega zone Gidami city, the government army of Biltsigina has killed 9 Oromo children from Mekana Jesus church in rural area called Maleko. And they are :

1) Talila Lemessa,

2) Tolina Lemessa,

3) Tamirat Lemessa,

4) The life of a dingata,

5) Solomon Dingata,

6) The coolness of the administrator,

7) Siraaj,

😎 The meaning of holiday and

9) Getachew Bekkata are those who are called.

On May 24 and 25, 2023 South-East Oromia Zone Ona Sirka, Waji Raphasa, Bidu Bala, Hella Amaja, Hella Tareta, Gallabe Amaja, Macarra, Soji Sade, Gallabee Hulul and others, including a family of one house that was found in which children were killed more than 50 people were killed. And many more houses are sure to burn. Among those who were killed, the name we got:

1) Usman Dawud,

2) Ibrahim Haji Issa,

3) Sheikh Awal Mohammed,

4) Qasim Ahmad,

5) Fattash Alo is found in those called.

On November 25, 2023 in Dambi Dollo town, PP soldiers have killed many people. Among those who passed away, the name is reached:

1) Lalise Dibaba – Sayo Minko village,

2) Lalisee gift – Danbi Dollo gan da 05,

3) All over Henok – Dambi Dollo kebele 04 ,

4) Meskeram Yohannis Danbi Dollo found in 05 kebele.

Six (6) oromo children were murdered in west Guji zone in Giwe village in rural area. Those who were murdered:

1) Elders of Badhane Lole – age 60,

2) Nugusee Gannaale – age 38,

3) Busha Atara – age 35,

4) Halfake Hox – age 35,

5) Chuchu Areri – age 26,

6) Emotional history – 24 years old.

March 23, 2023 in South West Oromia, Bunno Bedele Zone, Ona Cawaka school called Oda Kanissa (drone) attacked students including 52 Oromo children.

In East Wollega zone, Ona Haro Limu, Sankora kebele, government army killed eight people in one place. Those who were murdered:

1) The sleep of Wakgari,

2) Addisu Walee,

3) Dojaa Ayyalaa,

4) The rain in Dasale,

5) Ibrahim Ahmadii fi

6) Mr. Megersa is found in those called.

Only this time PP government army has taken against peaceful people, 109 houses in south east Oromia Bale, west Arsi Ona Gadab Hasa kebele Huluko Goxi Asabale on December 5, 2023. 11 houses burned down in west Arsi Ona Kore on December 7, 2023. In west Arsi zone Ona Adaba 8 houses, Ona Gadab Hasa 7 houses in Chofira Shashe kebele, 14 houses were burned. As a general, we have confirmed that more than 156 houses of the government were burned by PPN government army.

To remind each other, August 7, 8, 10 and 11, 2023 in west Oromia center Shagar Ono Ambo, Danano, Ilu Gelan, Liban Jawi, Mida Kanyi, Ilfata, Cobi and Gindabarat, they committed a crime against innocent people. On September 08, 2023 in west Oromia they killed a young man named Tamasgen Dhina. In western Oromia, East Wollega zone, Ona Gida Ayana and region on September 13, 14 and 15, 2023 they have killed the innocent people.

In northern Shewa zone, the Jarso kebele called Migro Badesa and Gito Milki on October 14, 2023 killed 20 innocent people by the name of WBO supporters.

In the center of Oromia west Shewa zone Ona Jaldu Kibetti kebele on October 15, 2023 without any reason, ABO will kill more than 20 people in one place.

Dr. Abiy Ahmed’s government will not be responsible for the continuous crime and mass killing of innocent people.

For the continuous message that PP government is doing on our people, Oromo people, Oromia citizens, nationalities and nationalities, people of this country should be stopped. The international community and human rights organizations led by Dr. Abiy Ahmed’s government are feeding the blood of the people and also those who dream to extend political power, the Oromo Liberation Front (ABO) is calling on them to stop their actions.

A victory for the people at large!

Oromo Liberation Front

December 13, 2023

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Ethiopia: NAMa calls for a ceasefire to end the war in Amhara

War should be stopped, doors of peace talks and negotiations should be opened! As a country, we know the damage of war in practice; our wound is not yet healed; we are not recovered from our sickness; we are not saved from the huge social economic and political crisis caused by the war” (National Movement of Amhara, 26.11.2023).

Yesterday, the National Movement of Amhara (NAMa) published a statement called “War should be stopped, doors of peace talks and negotiations should be opened!”. The NAMa is now calling upon the government and authorities to have talks with the stakeholders in the conflict in the Amhara region. This is another voice than the same party who was war-mongering in Tigray.

NAMa is speaking with a difference voice and rhetoric now that the war has come home. NAMa was fine and dandy with the tactics, the means and strategy in the War of the North. They are now calling out the government for doing the same and similar acts in Amhara region.

So reading this in 2023 just shows how quickly things changes. Yes, the war in Amhara region is wrong, but so was it in Tigray. A war that NAMa was supporting and defending. They even called for prolonging it and annihilate the TPLF. Therefore, we should have in mind when reading their statement today.

Where they said this: “The fact that the Amhara people repeatedly raised their questions in a peaceful way is not getting the appropriate attention and response from the government, raising the questions peacefully is considered weakness has made our people vulnerable to war and lack of peace. The lack of stage when our people showed full support for peace after the war and invasion, the people in the streets who make it look like there is a change in the formation of power and break the line The lack of relations, the public speeches of some high government officials who lack principles and irresponsibility, and the peaceful atmosphere that our people hoped for has led to widespread suspicion and conspiracy analysis rather than becoming a reality. The fact that the victories gained by the unity and the struggle of our people are not properly counted has become a source of concern” (NAMa, 26.11.2023).

The Amhara region during the Prosperity Party era was thriving as a result of war. They were a vital part of the Tripartite Alliance and one trusted ally of the Prime Minister. There was a leadership in Bahir Dar and Gonder that was in coordination and a helping hand to the conflict elsewhere. The Regional Special Forces and the Amhara para-military group “FANO” was partaking and promoting the war in Tigray. This is why the speaking of “peace” and such isn’t all real.

We know the Amhara region and the leadership of war wasn’t uneasy when the PM planned to consolidate power further and take control of not only the Regional Special Forces or Fano for that matter. This is why the Amhara answered the Federal Government and the conflict began. The Amhara region didn’t want to lose their power or their control of arms. This is why they went to war and Amhara Popular Front (APF) has been thriving. Therefore, NAMa isn’t addressing it, but instead pinning it all on PP.

NAMa continues: “We call for the government to create a platform to give answers and explanations to the honest questions raised by our people and to open the doors for the armed forces and declare an immediate ceasefire” (NAMa, 26.11.2023).

This is the same party that had war-cries and wanted to continue another way in another region. Now, they calls for peace, because they are hurting themselves and the war turned on them instead. NAMa is right in it, but they should have come with a different manner of saying this. As they fought for “unity” in the North, but that’s what the PP claims they are doing in Amhara. So, they are seeing what the Tigrayan saw in previous years.

NAMa says this: “To all the fighting forces; to prevent the current cost of living, market instability and other social crises from worsening; to make open the roads for basic commodities, medicines and special goods; to make social services such as education and health services reach the people without interruption; to the government to provide humanitarian aid in drought areas; to the non-governmental partner We call for organizations to make their support available without limits and other service institutions and religious institutions to be protected so that they are not harmed by the conflict” (NAMa, 26.11.2023).

Here we are seeing the same tactics and means of war to destroy the enemies of the state. NAMa is describing what the Amhara did in Tigray. While they where cheering on this in Tigray. They are now crying out loud to stop this in Amhara. It was wrong in Tigray and it is wrong in Amhara. However, NAMa never ceased or stopped their vilification of the TPLF or Tigray for that matter. This is why I feel their wrong voice of reason here. The Amhara region doesn’t deserve a war or a conflict where innocent civilians are caught in the cross-fire, neither does any other region of Ethiopia. However, we have seen that happening and ENDF are now targeting the Amhara as a main target.

I’m just amazed that they ended the statement with this: “We call upon all Amharas and Ethiopians living in the country and abroad to give friendly and honest support to the humanitarian crisis and the overall economic and social disaster that is happening at this time; encourage peaceful talks and discussions, and take a responsible action based on the value of our people that bring people closer to the people” (NAMa, 26.11.2023).

We should all seek peace, but NAMa asks for that for the sake Amhara, but wouldn’t do the same for others. Yes, war shouldn’t destroy or deplete the Amhara region. Alas, the same should have never happened in Tigray region either. Nevertheless, it did and the Amhara region has been hurt by the conflict. They took up the guns and rebelled against the state. A national army willing to retaliate and show its powers. Therefore, this was a bloodshed in a making and civilian lives has been lost.

If there is peace and the stakeholders of the conflict has signed a ceasefire or a transitional agreement. That would benefit the PM and give him way to focus on a new conflict elsewhere. That’s how the PM and PP acts… and if the guns is silenced one place. They are preparing to attack another one. Peace.

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Ethiopia: OLF-OLA got see that PM Abiy is all about consolidating power…

As the regime reignites its propaganda campaign, it is important to set some things straight. The talks failed primarily because the regime believed it could entice the OLF-OLA leadership with offers of power and position while failing to address the underlying issues which have exacerbated suffering and chaos throughout the country. In this approach, the regime gravely misjudged the OLF-OLA’s dedication to its people and mission. It is worth noting that we upheld our commitment to deescalation and sustained our engagement in the recent talks despite the fact that the regime launched an offensive on our positions in Oromia midway through the negotiations. This stands as a testament to our dedication to reaching a comprehensive and enduring resolution. Our unwavering commitment to peace and dialogue remains unchanged. The door to negotiation is always open, just as it has been for the last 5 years” (Odaa Tarbii, 24.11.2023).

In November 2023 the world and the Federation needs to understand this about Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali. His main goal and objectives is to inflate, love-bomb and cherry-pick leaders around. People he can compromise with titles and extravagant luxuries. That’s what he does and later he will strike vengeance, as his worried about being betrayed and paranoid as an effect of his leadership abilities.

PM Abiy key objective in any sort of enterprise is to consolidate all power. That means to settle the grievances, but ensuring himself on top. While the others will become his underlings and follow his every decree. That’s what the PM wants and if they don’t comply, he will say it’s unconstitutional and a danger for the Republic. This is when his issuing conflicts and warmongering to get rid of the ones that defied his order.

This is why I am not shocked reading what the OLF-OLA Spokesperson tweeted today. It is in line with my understanding of His Excellency in Addis Ababa. That’s who he is and this is why he has vilified the leadership of Mekelle and now going after Bahir Dar/Gonder. It is not surprising that the same government would also blame OLF-OLA for the failure to get to an agreement after two rounds of talks. That was to be anticipated, because the PM wants to be the saint, even when he acts like a devil.

The words from the OLF-OLA spokesperson should be wildly spread for one simple reason alone. It shows the game-plan and how the Prosperity Party thinks they can “win” people over. They think some quick and brief appointments can change things. That a little bargain and give way is enough to patch the hurt. While not really addressing the core of the matter or even the reasons for the conflict in the first place. Which is strange, but shows the motivation and the drive of the PP. They are all about the power-struggle and the idea that the juice of titles can entice enough to stop the conflict. However, the OLF-OLA has proven otherwise and that’s wise of them.

The PP and the FDRE Government have to reconsider its approach. It needs to sincere and listen to the ones who are in the battlefield. Right now, I doubt they will or intends too. They just wants positive headlines and get one less enemy of their backs. Nevertheless, the PP and the PM wasn’t lucky with that one. They couldn’t compromise or corrupt the OLF-OLA leadership. That’s really telling and their will too stand tall on principals.

PM Abiy and the PP has to figure things out. They are losing it and not doing the right thing. Instead they will go in circles, more bloodshed, await another “final campaign” and “annihilation of the OLF-OLA” in the Oromia region. Alas, that will amount to nothing and only cause more suffering. That’s all there is too this and somewhat, it’s like the PM and his cronies never learns. Peace.

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