Ethiopia: Violent unrest in Debre Markos (Amhara region) July 11-12

Event

Local residents stormed the Gozamen Hotel in the town of Debre Markos (Amhara region) on Wednesday, July 11, where a individual loyal to the former government suspected of trying to derail the new Ethiopian prime minister's reforms was believed to be staying. Although security forces were deployed to the area to quell the violence, further unrests was reported on July 12.

Advice

Individuals present in Debre Markos are advised to monitor the situation, avoid any large gatherings and demonstrations due to the risk of violence, and adhere to any instructions issued by the local authorities or their home governments.