Explosions heard in Ethiopia's capital after drone flights banned

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Explosions were heard overnight in Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa, in areas including near the military headquarters, hours after drone flights were banned over the city. A source linked to opposition fighters claimed responsibility for drone strikes, while Ethiopian authorities have not confirmed the cause, locations, or casualties.

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It comes a week after fighting erupted north of the capital between the army and a new alliance of armed groups.

Explosions heard in Ethiopia's capital after drone flights banned

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