Authorities in Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa, announced on Tuesday that they have launched a two-day gun registration drive. "All residents should organize themselves into blocks and neighborhoods to protect the peace and security of their area in coordination with security forces," Yadeta was quoted as saying by the state-run Ethiopia News media agency. The security chief in Addis Ababa also announced that surprise checks will be carried out in various parts of the Ethiopian capital and warned individuals to stop spreading false information on social media platforms. The heightened security measures in Ethiopia's capital come amid reports of intensifying clashes between forces allied to the federal government and forces allied with the Tigray People's Liberation Army (TPLF) in northern Ethiopia. The Ethiopian House of People's Representatives, the lower house of the Ethiopian parliament, had previously designated the TPLF as a terrorist organization.

The Djibouti Ports and Free Zones Authority (DPFZA) has issued a statement clarifying its stance on Multimodal Transport Operators (MTOs). In contrast, the DPFZA defined an MTO as an entity that coordinates door-to-door services across multiple transport modes—sea, air, and land—under a single contract and Multimodal Transport Document. He maintained that, according to this convention, NVOCCs can lease vessel slots and operate within multimodal transport. Yared Shiferaw, a maritime law expert and former head of the Legal Department at Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics (ESL), echoed this perspective. Only those issued by vessel-operating shipping lines acting as Multimodal Transport Operators (MTOs) are legally valid for cargo movement.

Ethiopian jazz musician Mulatu Astatke smiled as he held his arms aloft to acknowledge his audience for the last time. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementThe first song was based on a 4th Century tune from the Ethiopian Orthodox church. Mulatu has been making records since the 1960s [Mulatu Astatke]"My instinct when someone asks me to introduce them to Ethiopian music or to Ethiopian culture is to play Mulatu," says London-based fan Juweria Dino. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementToday, he says his mission is to broaden the range of the traditional instruments of his homeland by "computerising" the sound. While the touring may be over, Mulatu pledges to continue to bring Ethiopian music to the world.

An Ethiopian specialty coffee trading center is unveiled in Zhuzhou, Hunan province, Dec 27, 2025. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]An Ethiopian specialty coffee trading center dedicated to product display, trading, and cultural promotion was unveiled on Saturday in Zhuzhou, Hunan province, a move aimed at facilitating Ethiopian coffee's access to the Chinese market. The unveiling was part of the China-Ethiopia Coffee Economic and Trade Cooperation Conference held in the city. Adugna Debela Bote, director-general of the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority, said the unveiling of the Ethiopian Coffee Trading Center will help establish direct sales channels by leveraging the Zhuzhou Cross-Border E-Commerce Pilot Zones, improving efficiency and market access for Ethiopian coffee in China. Noting that recognition of coffee culture is the cornerstone of long-term market loyalty, Adugna said immersive Ethiopian coffee cultural experiences in Zhuzhou's core commercial districts would help cultivate a loyal consumer base.

Israel became the first country to recognise Somaliland as an independent state, drawing worldwide condemnation for a move that carries deeper geopolitical implications than initially apparent. Israel had struck Houthi-held Sanaa and Hodeidah, killing government figures in the Houthi-run civilian administration. Mr Netanyahu thanked the Mossad for its role in achieving the recognition of Somaliland. Last year, Somaliland signed an agreement to lease a 20km stretch of coastline to its neighbour Ethiopia, a close ally and source of labour for Israel. Whether political, economic, or security-related, Israel has made history in its recognition of Somaliland – a move whose full benefits have yet to become clear.

Beyond the written records produced by Italian authorities and other European observers, what were the Ethiopian perspectives of the time? A year later, he enrolled at the prestigious Teferi Mekonen School to continue his studies, with instruction conducted in French. As the Italian entry into the capital became imminent, a friend invited Tekletsadik and his wife to take refuge in his home. “When Emperor Haile Selassie headed to Djibouti on May 3, 1936, the commander-in-chief of the Italian forces, Marshal Badoglio, entered Addis Ababa. Tekletsadik Mekuria’s memoir vividly illuminates the mood and atmosphere in Addis Ababa following the conquest of the capital by the invading forces.

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Ethiopian ambassador to Azerbaijan, Adem Mohammed Mahmoud, has said that Ethiopia’s selection as the host of COP32 in 2027 is expected to create new opportunities for cooperation with Azerbaijan. The ambassador highlighted that COP32 offers significant potential for collaboration between the two countries, The Caspian Post reports via local media. “Azerbaijan successfully organized COP29, demonstrating strong institutional capacity. Ethiopia actively participated in COP29 and gained valuable experience. We hope Azerbaijan will join COP32 at the highest level and share its expertise with us,” the diplomat said.

Zionism didn’t start in Europe, and Ethiopian Jews can prove it - opinion For more than 2,500 years, Ethiopian Jewish leaders preserved Jewish law, ritual, and identity in one of the most isolated Jewish communities on Earth. ETHIOPIAN JEWS take part in a prayer of the Sigd holiday on the Armon Hanatziv Promenade overlooking Jerusalem, in November 2025. ( photo credit : YONATAN SINDEL/FLASH90 )

“It has been days since I last received enough food or medicine for my injured legs and constant back pain. Observers note that arrivals from Western Tigray have continued even after the signing of the peace agreement in late 2022. Nearly one million of them originate from Tigray alone, according to humanitarian reports—many still living in camps and collective sites under precarious conditions. The images that finally drew global attention were captured by Berhane Tekle, a local TikToker who visited the Hitsats camp with the intention of documenting conditions that he believed had been ignored for years. In a statement issued on December 23, the Commission said that information circulating on social media about the Hitsats camp was inaccurate.

The African Union (AU) has rejected the decision taken by Israel to recognise Somaliland as an independent state. The continental body says the AU’s constitutive act must be respected and that it will not violate the 1964 OAU decision taken by the OAU in 1964 that commits to respect the borders inherited during independence. The decision by Israel to recognise Somaliland is seen as another example of Israel attempts to divide African countries. The attempt by Somaliland to break away from Somalia and get recognition by other African countries has failed on many occasions. VIDEO | AU rejects Israel’s recognition of Somaliland

The presence of automated emergency systems like Autoland can increase passenger confidence in air travel, knowing that advanced technology can independently manage unforeseen situations. Looking Ahead Garmin Autoland’s first real-world emergency landing represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of aviation safety. As technological capabilities advance and regulatory frameworks adapt, passengers worldwide can anticipate safer and more secure air travel. Strategic Fleet Modernization and Operational Plans Chief Executive Chai Eamsiri emphasized the significance of this milestone, highlighting its role in enhancing the efficiency and competitiveness of Thai Airways’ fleet. The arrival of the A321neo is also expected to intensify competition within the regional aviation market.

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After nearly four years of vacancy, a Silver Spring storefront is preparing to once again bustle with the sights, sounds, and smells of an active restaurant. A new concept called Eri Star Cafe and Restaurant is bringing new life to a long-idle space in the Cloverly Village Center, reports local media outlet MoCo Show. An opening timeline is not presently available for Eri Star, however signage is up, suggesting forward momentum. While a great deal of information is not presently available about Eri Star, the form submitted for the liquor license provides a little illumination as to what’s in store for Silver Spring foodies. Eri Star does not have a digital footprint yet, however What Now DC has reached out to ownership and will update readers as more details become available.

The recent dynamics surrounding the National Bank of Ethiopia’s (NBE) forex auctions offer a compelling, if concerning, case study in this delicate balance. From a purely theoretical standpoint, the move towards a market-responsive exchange rate is a cornerstone of modern financial economics. However, financial economics is not a doctrine applied in a vacuum; it is a discipline acutely aware of frictions, imperfections, and transitional pathologies. The exchange rate doesn’t glide to a new equilibrium; it can lurch, driven by pent-up demand and speculative anxieties. What we are observing is a poignant example of a short-term profit motive trumping long-term market stability and collective welfare.