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Ethiopia Detains Over 50 Mourners Following Deadly Violence in Oromia

Ethiopian authorities have detained more than 50 civilians in the Oromia region after they buried victims of deadly violence targeting Orthodox Christians. The arrests have triggered widespread alarm across Shirka Woreda over retaliatory crackdowns by state security forces. The incident highlights mounting religious tensions and deteriorating civil liberties in the region.

AllAfrica - Latest·October 28, 2026AI-curated

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- More than 50 residents in Shirka Woreda, Southeast Zone (formerly Arsi zone) of Oromia region, have reportedly been detained after burying victims of recent attacks and assisting the wounded, residents told Addis Standard, raising concerns about a

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