Ethiopian Rebel Forces Withdraw From Tigray Capital

Ethiopian rebel forces have withdrawn from Mekelle, the capital of the Tigray region, according to the reported development.

Two residents of Mekelle said forces loyal to the government had taken control of the city.

Their accounts indicate a shift in control of the regional capital following the rebels’ withdrawal. The brief report did not specify when the withdrawal or takeover occurred.

No further details were provided about conditions in Mekelle or whether fighting accompanied the change in control.