Internet and phone network disrupted in Ethiopia’s war-hit Tigray region
Sept 25 – Internet and phone networks were disrupted in the northern Ethiopian region of Tigray on Friday, after fighting broke out this week between the federal military and Tigrayan forces in the most serious escalation of violence since a 2020-2022 war.
Tigray Communications & Conflict Status
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Network Disruption: Internet and phone networks in Ethiopia's Tigray region were disrupted on Friday, September 25.
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Conflict Escalation: Fighting broke out this week between federal military forces and Tigrayan forces.
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Regional Context: This represents the most serious escalation of violence since the 2020-2022 war.
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Operational Status: Communications infrastructure in the northern Ethiopian region remains disrupted following the recent outbreak of hostilities.
Regional & Civilian Impact
Loss of internet and phone connectivity restricts access to information and emergency services.
Active military engagement marks a significant escalation in ongoing hostilities between the two parties.
Tigray Conflict Q&A
What is the current communication status in Tigray? ▾
Internet and phone networks were disrupted as of Friday, September 25.
How does this conflict compare to previous events? ▾
It is identified as the most serious escalation of violence since the 2020-2022 war.
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