During this time of the year, the raging Tekeze River is a double-edged sword for Tigray and the invading forces. But now that the TDF has succeeded in its primary task of defending Tigray it can afford to suspend its plan to liberate the Western Tigray and focus on the Ruler in the north. Besides, the TDF will liberate the Western Tigray with minimum efforts from the Eritrean riverside.

It’s heartbreaking to hear that most Ethiopians’ hate speech directed against the Tigrayans comes mainly from Amhara activists. I feel sorry for the future of Amhara children, for they may burden themselves with guilt for crimes they did not commit. There might come a day when the Amhara communities seek the help of their Tigrayan brethren, but will the Tigrayans respond?