Ethiopian government forces seize Tigray capital Mekelle as rebels withdraw
Federal troops and allied fighters seen in control of the city after capturing main regional airport.
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Fighting in Ethiopia intensifies: What’s the latest?
Capture of key town could pave the way for federal forces to push towards Tigray’s capital, Mekelle.
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