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Tigray rebels seize airports

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What happened

In tonight's edition, concerns about South Africa's high rates of crimes are brought even more into focus this week as 11 are killed in a mass killing at a party.

Key facts

  • In tonight's edition, concerns about South Africa's high rates of crimes are brought even more into focus this week as 11 are killed in a mass killing at a party.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:27:14 UTC.

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  • Official statements or denials from the governments named
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  • Any follow-up decision, vote or deadline tied to the event

Coverage timeline

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  1. Ethiopia and Tigray accuse each of launching offensives, fuelling fears of new war

  2. Tigray rebels seize airports

  3. Ethiopia warns of ‘destruction’ as Tigray rebels launch offensive

Sources

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