What Happened In April?  Violence erupted in Amhara region over a federal decision to dissolve regional paramilitary groups. Meanwhile, the federal government and Oromo Liberation Army (OLA) held peace talks and Tigray region’s newly-elected leader announced a 27-member cabinet to steer the political transition.

Why Does It Matter?  The decision to dissolve regional paramilitary groups reinforced fears among many in Amhara that, by strengthening ties with Tigray and negotiating with the OLA, Prime Minister Abiy is isolating Amhara and could eventually return territory they claim to Tigray’s administration.

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