Turbulent Times: TPLF's Three-Month Suspension Sparks Concerns for Ethiopia's Stability

Ethiopia's National Election Board has suspended the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) for three months for failing to comply with its internal regulations. This development raises concerns over potential instability in Ethiopia, as the TPLF is embroiled in a factional split following a peace agreement ending a two-year conflict.

Ethiopia's National Election Board announced on Thursday a three-month suspension of the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF), citing breaches in its internal governance laws. The TPLF oversees Tigray's interim administration, a key component of the 2023 peace accord that concluded a brutal war with the federal government.

The ongoing internal division within the TPLF, exacerbated by its failure to hold elections and approve bylaws, has heightened concerns over the region's stability. The suspension adds to Ethiopia's existing conflicts, particularly in Amhara and Oromiya regions, potentially escalating violence in Africa's second-most populous country.

The TPLF's suspension further complicates peace efforts, amid fears that unresolved internal strife might trigger broader regional unrest. Key figures from both TPLF factions have remained silent on the board's decision, leaving the future of Tigray's political landscape uncertain.

(With inputs from agencies.)