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Ethiopia says Russia delivered 12 fighter jets amid fears of renewed Tigray war

· ≈ Tigray, Ethiopia · single source so far

Ethiopian officials say Russia has delivered 12 fighter jets and will also send air defense systems. The arms deliveries add to fears of renewed conflict between Ethiopia and rebels in Tigray.

Location
≈ Tigray, Ethiopia · Ethiopia live map
Coordinates
≈ 13.50°N 39.50°E
Reported
31 Oct 2026, 13:22 UTC
Category
Conflict · Ground fighting
Impact
2 of 5 · Notable
Situation
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At least 60 Christians killed in Ethiopia; Russia delivers 12 fighter jets

On Friday, Ethiopian officials said Russia has delivered 12 fighter jets and will also send air defense systems, adding to fears of renewed conflict between Ethiopia and rebels in Tigray. On Thursday, at least 60 Christians were reported killed in what the Orthodox Church calls religious violence.

  • Rebels and the local government blame each other for the killings, and around 20 houses were burned.
  • Ethiopian officials say Russia will also send air defense systems.
Updated 31 Oct 2026, 14:28 UTC · Written by Claude from the reports on this page and on the map. Check the linked sources for full details.

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