He was released following the decision yesterday by the federal high court to release him on bail. The Federal High Court, Lideta Division, First Anti-Terrorism and Constitutional Affairs Criminal bench has passed a verdict on Tuesday 15 November. Journalist Temesgen was acquitted of two of the three simultaneous charges brought against him and defend himself against the remaining case from outside of prison. It is to be noted that on 04 July, journalist Temesgen Desalegn, who was brought to the Federal High Court Lideta Division of First constitutional and anti-terrorism was granted release on a 100,000 birr bail. "Among all the grounds that the prosecutor filed against the journalist bail, the ENDF's statement of taking action is one of them," lawyer Henok said.

Source: Ethiopian News November 17, 2022 08:54 UTC