Ethiopia's Amhara Region Declares Emergency
On 4th August, 2023, Ethiopia's government announced a six-month state of emergency in the Amhara region due to ongoing clashes between the military and local Fano militiamen, granting authorities sweeping powers to maintain order.
- Amhara's regional government seeks federal assistance to restore order as clashes continue.
- The state of emergency empowers the government to enforce curfews, limit movement, ban weapons, prohibit public gatherings, and make arrests without warrants.
- Media outlets in violation of emergency orders may face closures or movement restrictions, according to the Government Communication Service.
- While currently affecting Amhara, these orders could potentially extend to other regions ....
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