ADDIS ABABA — Senior Ethiopian officials, including Ambassador Redwan Hussien, Director General of Ethiopia’s National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS), have accused the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) of preparing to launch an offensive against federal forces “in the coming days,” raising fears of renewed conflict in the country’s fragile peace process.
The allegations were made by Ethiopia’s intelligence chief and a senior advisor to the prime minister, who warned that recent developments point to a possible return to armed confrontation in the northern Tigray region.
They said intelligence assessments indicate preparations for coordinated military action, though they did not provide detailed evidence to support the claims.
The warnings have heightened concerns over stability in Ethiopia, where a devastating two-year war between federal forces and TPLF fighters ended with a 2022 peace agreement.
The conflict left tens of thousands dead and displaced millions, and severely strained relations between Addis Ababa and Mekelle.
The TPLF has not yet responded to the latest accusations.
The allegations come amid growing political tension and mutual warnings between federal authorities and regional leaders in Tigray.
Observers say rhetoric from both sides has intensified in recent weeks, raising fears that the ceasefire arrangement could be at risk.
The Ethiopian government has repeatedly warned against any return to armed confrontation, while also accusing elements within Tigray of undermining the peace process.
Regional analysts caution that even unverified claims of military mobilization could further destabilize an already fragile security environment.
The situation remains fluid, with no independent verification of the allegations and no immediate response from TPLF officials.
