"Deadly Clashes in Ethiopia's Amhara Region Claim 183 Lives, UN Reports"

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"Deadly Clashes in Ethiopia's Amhara Region Claim 183 Lives, UN Reports"
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The UN human rights office reported that fighting between Ethiopia's military and militiamen in the Amhara region has resulted in the deaths of at least 183 people, with over 1,000 arrests made nationwide. The conflict, fueled by accusations that the government is undermining Amhara's security, has seen government forces reclaim major towns and cities, but clashes continue. Fresh fighting in the town of Debre Tabor resulted in at least four deaths. The UN called on all actors to cease killings and violations, while the government has yet to comment on the situation.

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