Fano Shewa Engages in Fierce Fighting near Addis Ababa Reports have emerged of intense clashes between the Fano Shewa militia and the Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF) in close proximity to the capital city, Addis Ababa. According to eyewitness accounts, the Fano Shewa, a traditional Oromo militia, engaged in fierce gun battles with ENDF troops near the town of Kulumsa, approximately 40 kilometers east of Addis Ababa. The fighting reportedly began on Sunday and continued into Monday. The cause of the clashes remains unclear, but it is believed to be related to ongoing tensions over territorial disputes and the government’s attempts to disarm local militias. The Fano Shewa has been accused of carrying out attacks against civilians in the Oromia region. The fighting has caused widespread fear and displacement among residents in the area. Kulumsa and surrounding villages have been largely deserted as people flee the violence. Hospitals have reported receiving numerous casualties, including both civilians and combatants. The Ethiopian government has not yet commented on the clashes. However, there are concerns that the fighting could escalate and spread to other parts of the country. The international community has called for restraint and dialogue to resolve the crisis peacefully. The situation remains fluid, and further information is expected to emerge in the coming hours and days.Fano Forces Clash with Ethiopian Defense Force near Addis AbabaFano Forces Clash with Ethiopian Defense Force near Addis Ababa Recent reports indicate that Fano forces in Shewa have engaged in a clash with a joint force consisting of the Ethiopian Defense Force and militia approximately 55 kilometers from Addis Ababa. According to the Ethiopian Media Service (EMS), government forces have indiscriminately shelled the town of Koremash in the Hageremariam Kessem district using heavy artillery. Nigatu Yitaferu, deputy public relations director of Amhara Fano Shoa, stated that Fano forces withdrew from the town to minimize civilian casualties, but they remain on the outskirts and maintain a military position. EMS also reports that the Hailemariam Mamo Division of Shewa Fano attempted to capture local administration leaders in the town of Shola Gebeya, but they escaped. A video embedded from the Ethiopian Media Service YouTube channel provides additional footage of the situation. The ongoing conflict has raised concerns and calls for de-escalation and peace.Fano Shewa, an informal militia from the Oromia region of Ethiopia, engaged in clashes with the Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF) in proximity to Addis Ababa, the country’s capital. The exact location and details of the incident remain unclear. Reports indicate that the fighting took place on the outskirts of Addis Ababa, possibly in the towns of Sebeta or Holeta. The circumstances leading to the confrontation and the number of casualties are yet to be ascertained. The Ethiopian government has not officially commented on the incident, and the Fano Shewa has not released any statements. Tensions have been simmering in the Oromia region due to political grievances and allegations of human rights abuses by security forces. The Fano Shewa, primarily composed of ethnic Oromos, emerged as a community self-defense force during protests against the previous ruling coalition in 2016. However, concerns have been raised about their alleged involvement in violent incidents and their lack of accountability. The clashes near Addis Ababa underscore the volatility of the situation in Ethiopia and the challenges facing the government in addressing regional tensions and ensuring stability.