Internet Access Restricted in Ethiopia’s Tigray Region Amidst Resumed Fighting
Internet access has been restricted in Ethiopia's Tigray region following the outbreak of fighting, mirroring a period during the region's civil war when it was completely cut off from the outside world.
Baltimore, MD, September 25, 2026 —
Internet connectivity has reportedly been restricted in Ethiopia’s Tigray region. This development follows an outbreak of fighting in the area.
The current restrictions on internet access evoke a similar situation that occurred during the region’s civil war, when Tigray was entirely disconnected from external communication networks. The precise timeline and extent of the current restrictions were not immediately available. The specific authorities responsible for the restriction of internet access were also not provided in the available information.
The conflict in Tigray has previously led to significant disruptions in essential services, including telecommunications. Information regarding the current state of other communication channels, such as mobile phone networks or landlines, was not detailed. The impact of these restrictions on humanitarian efforts, civilian communication, and information flow within the region remains a point of concern, mirroring patterns observed during past periods of intense conflict.
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