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Amhara: What's going on?

Amhara: What's going on?

The ongoing fighting in Amhara is leading to an escalation in violence

Focus on Africa · BBC World Service

November 8, 202335m 3s

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Show Notes

The security situation in Ethiopia's Amhara region has been concerning for a while now with the authorities in Addis Ababa trying to contain it. However, the latest escalation in violence between government forces and groups opposed to a disarmament plan is leading to a humanitarian crisis, amid fears that the conflict could spread.

Also we look at a new report from Amnesty International, which accuses TikTok of directing content to children to the detriment of their mental health. TikTok denies the allegation.

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