Thread by @CrisisGroup

🇪🇹 Ethiopia’s civil war has worsened and broadened, pushing up the death count and driving hundreds of thousands more civilians toward famine.

Our new briefing outlines what international partners should do to de-escalate #Ethiopia’s growing crisis. 🧵
crisisgroup.org/africa/horn-af…

Given the mass suffering and economic woes inflicted on Ethiopia’s population, as well as the growing risk of regional conflagration, a cessation of hostilities and negotiations are more essential than ever.

Through a combination of pressure, diplomacy, and forward planning, outside actors should work together to move the parties toward the path of peace.

Here is how 👇

🔹 The European Union and Ethiopia’s neighbours should throw their collective weight behind the diplomatic initiative led by former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo.

🔹 Outside actors should work with the @_AfricanUnion envoy in pressing leaders on all sides of the conflict in the direction of de-escalation, ceasefire and dialogue.

🔹 #Tigray leaders should freeze their offensive as Addis Ababa unblocks aid and services to the region.

For a concise overview of Ethiopia’s devastating civil war and more recommendations on what should be done to alleviate tensions, read our full briefing👇
crisisgroup.org/africa/horn-af…