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Ethiopian middle-distance runner Diribe Welteji has received a two-year ban for violating doping regulations after refusing a test, allegedly with the help of her boyfriend.

Ethiopian authorities have revoked the license of the independent media outlet Addis Standard, citing national interests, amidst increasing pressure on journalism ahead of the upcoming elections.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev to discuss strengthening bilateral relations during his official visit to Azerbaijan.

The Sports Court has reduced a two-year competition ban imposed on Ethiopian middle-distance runner Diribe Welteji for a doping violation.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport has reduced Ethiopian middle-distance runner Diribe Welteji's competition ban from four years to two, despite the IAAF's request for a longer sentence.

Ethiopian peacekeepers in South Sudan received the United Nations Medal for their service in the country during a ceremony in Yambio.

Egypt has denied reports claiming it is willing to grant Ethiopia access to the Red Sea in exchange for concessions on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) negotiations.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced the expansion of military training to maritime capabilities, emphasizing the country’s advancements in technology and preparedness to protect regional stability.

The Kingdom of Eswatini has praised Ethiopia for its successful execution of large-scale development projects like the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

Ethiopian coffee expert Eskedar Tilahun credits her success in Lithuania to her mastery of the Lithuanian language and the supportive community around her.

Egypt has called for cooperation among Nile Basin countries and announced a new funding mechanism of $100 million to support dam projects amid rising water tensions with Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

Ethiopian federal authorities accuse Amhara rebel militias of collaborating with Tigrayan rebels as tensions rise in the Tigray region.

Ethiopian Shura Kitata Tola won the Seville Marathon in a thrilling finish, narrowly defeating his compatriot Asrar Abderehman, while Finnish athlete Alisa Vainio took the women's title against a strong field of African runners.

Ethiopian athlete Shura Kitata Tola and Finnish Alisa Vainio won the XLI edition of the Seville Marathon, with a dramatic photo finish determining the men's winner.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has attended the second Italy-Africa summit in Addis Ababa, co-chairing the meeting with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

Tensions escalate between the Ethiopian government and the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF), prompting the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights to call for urgent measures to de-escalate the situation.

Ethiopian Airlines reports a revenue of $4.4 billion for the first half of FY 2025/26, surpassing its targets despite challenges.

Ethiopia has established a secret camp to train Sudanese Rapid Support Forces fighters, marking its direct involvement in the Sudanese conflict.

UN human rights chief Volker Türk has warned of a potential deepening crisis in Ethiopia's Tigray region due to renewed heavy fighting between the Ethiopian army and regional forces.

UN human rights chief Volker Türk has expressed concerns about the potential for a worsening crisis in Ethiopia's Tigray region due to new clashes between the Ethiopian army and regional forces.

A Lithuanian citizen has been detained in Poland for attempting to smuggle four Ethiopian migrants who had escaped from a registration center in Latvia.

A Lithuanian man was apprehended by Polish border guards while attempting to transport four Ethiopian migrants into Western Europe, having dropped them off at the Lithuanian border before crossing into Poland himself.

Ethiopia is reportedly hosting a secret military camp where thousands of fighters from Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are being trained, indicating a potential Ethiopian involvement in Sudan’s civil war.

Eritrea has denied Ethiopian allegations of troop presence within its territory, rejecting claims as false amid rising tensions in the Horn of Africa.

Ethiopia has called on Eritrea to withdraw its troops from Ethiopian territory amid escalating tensions that could lead to military conflict.

The Addis Jazz Festival 2026 featured a blend of veteran and emerging Ethiopian jazz musicians over three days in the capital, Addis Ababa.

Tensions are rising between Ethiopia and Eritrea as Ethiopia urges Eritrea to withdraw its troops from Ethiopian territory and stop supporting rebels, accompanied by military buildup on both sides.

Ethiopia has demanded that Eritrea withdraw its troops from Ethiopian territory amidst escalating tensions between the two nations.

The article discusses the success of Ethiopian immigrant students in Israel, particularly focusing on one individual's journey to academia and the challenges faced by the community.

Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos has demanded that Eritrea withdraw its troops and cease collaboration with rebel groups operating within Ethiopian territory.

Ethiopia has demanded that Eritrea immediately withdraw its military forces from Ethiopian territory, citing accusations of cooperation with rebel groups in the northern region of Tigray.

Solomon Shiferaw, a young Ethiopian painter, utilizes his art to raise awareness about the dangers of migration, amidst rising migration numbers from Ethiopia.

The Sudanese army has carried out airstrikes against Rapid Support Forces in Dim Mansour near the Ethiopian border, while also accusing them of attacking medical facilities and neighborhoods in Kadugli.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed accused Eritrea of mass killings during the Tigray War, marking a significant escalation in their strained relationship.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed refuted President Trump's assertion that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam was funded by the United States, amidst ongoing tensions with Egypt regarding the dam's impact on Nile water supplies.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed dismissed former President Donald Trump's assertions that the U.S. funded the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, asserting that the project was entirely financed by Ethiopian citizens.

President Museveni of Uganda is reportedly set to appoint a former CEO of Ethiopian Airlines to replace Jenifer Bamuturaki, who has resigned under pressure amid a management shake-up at Uganda Airlines.

In the 74th Beppu-Oita Mainichi Marathon, Yuuya Yoshida secured second place with a time of 2:06:59, narrowly beating fellow Aoyama Gakuin student Asahi Kuroda, who placed third, as Ethiopian guest runner Getachow Masresha took the win.

Liberian authorities have called for an independent investigation into a mechanical incident involving Ethiopian Airlines after one of its aircraft malfunctioned while exiting the runway at Roberts International Airport.

Ethiopian police seized over 56,000 rounds of ammunition sent by Eritrea to support rebels, highlighting escalating tensions between the two nations.

Ethiopia has started construction on Bishoftu International Airport, projected to be Africa’s largest by 2030 at a cost of $12.5 billion, with significant involvement from Ethiopian Airlines and state officials.

Ethiopian Airlines has officially launched a $12.5 billion construction project for what officials claim will be the largest airport in Africa, set to be completed by 2030 in Bishoftu, Ethiopia.

The UN's International Organization for Migration reported that approximately 22,000 migrants from the Horn of Africa reached Yemen in December, a significant increase from the 17,000 recorded in November, with the majority being Ethiopian.

Ethiopian athletes are experiencing a historic setback as visa issues prevent them from participating fully in the U20 World Cross Country Championships in Florida, ending their streak of consecutive medals since 1982.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi commenced his New Year tour in Africa by meeting Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed to discuss enhanced cooperation in multiple sectors including trade, infrastructure, and emerging technologies.

Local authorities in the Afar region of northern Ethiopia reported that at least 22 people died and 65 others were injured when a truck carrying migrants and asylum seekers overturned on a highway near Semera.

Ethiopian Orthodox Christians in the Polygono area of Athens celebrated their Christmas in their unique way with participation from the community.

The article discusses the severe refugee crisis at an Ethiopian border camp, where tens of thousands have fled from Sudan, highlighting the traumatic experiences of individuals like Samia who struggle to remember their harrowing past.