UN Concerned About Violence In Tigray

United Nations has expressed concern about the situation in Ethiopia, most especially, the “unspeakable violence” against women and others in Tigray.

Gatekeepers News reports that UN Secretary-General, António Guterres on Thursday told reporters that he recognized humanitarians “and the many millions of people they strive to help every day”.

He talked about the problem of the Ethiopians, and the “hellish” humanitarian conditions they are facing, with millions in need and infrastructure destroyed.

The UN boss said the series of the conflict has “ensnared even more people in its horror”.
“Now is the time to put an end to the suffering”, Guterres said. “It is time for all parties to recognize that there is no military solution, and it is vital to preserve the unity and stability of Ethiopia which is critical to the region and beyond”.

To “give peace a chance” in Ethiopia, the Secretary-General urged for action on three fronts.

He suggested; an immediate end to hostilities; guaranteed, unrestricted humanitarian access, together with the re-establishment of public services in all affected areas; and the creation of conditions that “allow for the start of an Ethiopian-led political dialogue to find a solution for the crisis”.

“Such a dialogue can contribute to addressing the underlying causes of the conflict and ensure Ethiopian voices direct the pathway to peace”, the UN chief explained, calling each of these steps “critical” to a peaceful settlement.

Guterres assured reporters that the UN would continue to have a humanitarian presence in and near Tigray and work together with the African Union and other partners “to support the Ethiopian people on the way to peace and reconciliation”.