Seven Ethiopian armed groups form alliance against PM Abiy Ahmed

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Which groups have formed an alliance in Ethiopia?

Seven Ethiopian armed groups have announced an alliance. These include the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), the Amhara Fano National Movement, and the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), along with four smaller groups: the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF), the Afar Revolutionary Democratic Unity Front, the Benishangul Peoples’ Liberation Movement, and the Gumuz Peoples’ Democratic Movement.

What is the stated goal of the new alliance?

The alliance's stated goal is to overthrow Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's government and establish an inclusive transitional government. The groups aim to remove the current regime and facilitate a new administration.

What are the prospects for the alliance's military campaign?

Kjetil Tronvoll, a regional specialist, has expressed doubt about the alliance's ability to sustain a prolonged war against the Ethiopian government. While acknowledging that coordinated action could present challenges for the government, he questioned the rebels' capacity to maintain such a conflict.