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Ethiopia: Why is the US calling for a ceasefire?

US embassy in Ethiopia recently called for a temporary nationwide ceasefire after continued fighting between the federal army and armed groups in Oromia and Amhara regions.

The United States has called for a temporary nationwide ceasefire following continued fighting between the national army and armed groups in Oromia and Amhara regions. The US alleges that the armed groups target schools, health centres and water infrastructure.

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Presenter: Audrey Brown
Producers: Rob Wilson, Karnie Sharp,Bella Hassan, Charles Gitonga and Paul Bakibinga
Technical Producers : Jonny Hall and Daniela Victoria Varela Hernandez
Editors: Alice Muthengi and Andre Lombard.

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