Nordicum-Mediterraneum (Mar 2021)

The War in Tigray and the Challenges Faced by the United Nations

  • Eyassu Gayim

DOI
https://doi.org/10.33112/nm.16.1.21
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 16, no. 1
p. A21

Abstract

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The war in Tigray reveals all the features of international crimes, including genocide. This is a full-fledged war, carefully planned, coordinated and executed, including by relying on external actors. The aim is to destroy Tigray and its people. The conflict has deep historical roots, including for establishing the Federal system for Ethiopia in 1991. The forces that control this state have now fragmented this territory, established a reign of terror, and are using hunger as a weapon for their political goals. This is why 80% of the population finds itself at the mercy of the external world for survival.

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