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𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐚'𝐬 𝐀𝐦𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝: We express our sincere gratitude to the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors (Santa Barbara County) in California for their historic decision to unanimously pass a resolution in support of the #Amhara people, in light of the harrowing reports of...

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LB2 years ago

@luladay_b @countyofsb The is the fruit of investing and building relations with candidates - civic engagement

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Huluager2 years ago

@countyofsb ጀግኖች!!! ከወሬ ፍሬ ያለ ስራ ሰራችሁ ለሌላዉ ምሳሌዎች

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GaraBeru2 years ago

@countyofsb Thank you to the Santa Barbara County Board of supervisors The IC & many elected officials in the US ignored & choose to remain silent on the ongoing atrocities, war crimes,&crimes against humanity being carried out by the butcher &dictator Abiy Ahmed.@AOC @RepDavids @SenBooker

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Kaleb2 years ago

@Hiwot59010347 @countyofsb California: the leftist liberal headquarters Glad those people support you 😂😭🙏

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ጌታቸው ወዲ ትግራይ2 years ago

@countyofsb Hands off Ethiopia የሚለውስ ከምኔው ተረሳ? African solutions for African problems የምትለዋ clips የት ደበቃችኃት? ወራዶች

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EthEurope2 years ago

@countyofsb Association of Ethiopians salutes Ethiopian American Developmrnt Council for its continued efforts to curb the plight of Amhara people. According to Abiy, Ethiopians in Diaspora can be deported from their own birth country Ethiopia like Abune Petros.

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Ethnic Targeting and State Cruelty in Ethiopia: "Listen to the heart-wrenching plea of a mother, her voice laden with unbearable agony, as she begs Ethiopian authorities for the return of her son's lifeless body. In the shadows of neglect, the cries of Ethiopian mothers echo, their anguish overlooked by a world that inadvertently emboldens a tyrannical regime." The state media's release of video footage exposed the harrowing reality of for ethnic Amharas. In one agonizing frame, Nahusenay Andarge Tareke, an ethnic Amhara youth, lay bleeding to death while the state's national TV cameras rolled. Instead of rushing to aid the wounded, security forces callously watched, even laughing callously as a life slipped away. It was a reprehensible act, a betrayal of humanity, where saving a life should have been paramount, regardless of circumstance. The footage captured Nahusenay's excruciating pain, his desperate pleas for help falling on deaf ears. Such brutality serves as a stark warning, a chilling message meant to quell dissent against the ruthless regime reigning over Ethiopia. Abezergashaw's lifeless body, another victim of the violence, was also showcased, further highlighting the regime's disregard for human life. As if the atrocity wasn't enough, reports emerged of torture inflicted upon Habtabmu Andarge, a captured youth, adding another layer of horror to an already grim reality. Disturbing accounts of torture from Ethiopian prisons continue to surface, painting a picture of a regime devoid of compassion or mercy. The cruelty didn't stop at the scene of the shooting. Families, grieving and desperate for closure, traveled from the Amhara region of Gondar to claim the bodies of their loved ones, only to find themselves arrested upon arrival. In a heartbreaking audio clip, the anguished cries of a mother pleading for her son's body echo the pain felt by countless families torn apart by senseless violence. The arrests of grieving family members underscore the regime's ruthless grip on power, extinguishing any hope of justice or solace for those affected. This tragic incident is part of a larger pattern of ethnic targeting and persecution in Ethiopia. For months, ethnic Amharas have faced mass arrests, arbitrary confiscation of wealth, and systemic oppression. Businesses owned by Amharas are seized, their owners imprisoned, and their livelihoods destroyed simply because of their ethnicity. The orchestrated attack on the Amhara community, including the demolition of infrastructure and the targeting of youth, amounts to nothing short of genocide. Ethiopia has become a living hell for ethnic Amharas, with many fleeing for their lives, while the world remains largely indifferent to their plight. In the face of such unspeakable cruelty, one cannot help but question the absence of humanity and the deafening silence of the international community. As atrocities continue to unfold with impunity, the cry for justice grows louder, a plea for the world to open its eyes to the suffering of the Amhara people. Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) - ኢሰመኮ Orthodox Church OCA Amnesty International Human Rights Watch Al Jazeera English BBC News (UK) CNN AFP News Agency UN Human Rights UNESCO 🏛️ #Education #Sciences #Culture 🇺🇳 Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) - ኢሰመኮ U.S. Embassy Addis Muslim World League CPJ Asia CPJ Europe and Central Asia Meaza Ashenafi PEN International Committee to Protect Journalists CPJ Africa CPJ Américas Abiy Ahmed Ali 🇪🇹 Genocide Prevention In Ethiopia Amhara Association of America (AAA) U.S. Embassy Addis UK in Ethiopia 🇬🇧 @EthiopiaEU Mike Hammer Tibor Nagy Herman J. Cohen Ana Gomes Josep Borrell Fontelles Daniel Bekele FRANCE 24 BBC News Africa Al Jazeera English The Washington Post AFP News Agency U.S. Embassy Addis Department of State #WarOnAmhara #AmharaGenocide #FreeMeskeremAbera #FreeAmharaDetainees

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Open Letter to the International Community, Human Rights Organizations, and the United Nations Subject: Urgent Appeal to Protect the Pashtun National Jirga and Address State-Sponsored Terrorism in Pakistan To the Global Community, United Nations, and All Human Rights Organizations, We, the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) United States, are writing this urgent open letter to bring to your immediate attention the severe state-sponsored repression against the Pashtuns in Pakistan. This grave situation requires global action to stop the escalating violence and ensure the protection of basic human rights. On October 11, 2024, the Pashtun National Jirga, a historic assembly rooted in Pashtun tradition for peaceful decision-making and conflict resolution, is scheduled to take place in Pakhtunkhwa. This gathering will unite Pashtuns from across the region to peacefully advocate for their rights and protest against state violence. However, in an alarming and oppressive move, the Pakistani state forces have confiscated the designated Jirga ground, turning it into a militarized zone. Armed security forces have built posts and established a strong presence in the area to prevent the peaceful assembly from taking place. These aggressive actions reflect the state's intent to violently disrupt the Jirga, intimidate participants, and silence the voices of the Pashtuns. In addition to this, the communication channels with Jirga organizers have been severed, isolating them from the outside world and making them even more vulnerable to state repression. The lives of those planning to attend are at immediate risk, and their fundamental right to peaceful assembly and free speech is being brutally denied. This confiscation of the Jirga ground and militarization of the space is not an isolated act but part of a broader, long-standing pattern of state-sponsored terrorism aimed at erasing Pashtun voices and suppressing their peaceful demands for justice. We urgently call upon the international community, the United Nations, and all human rights organizations to take immediate and decisive action: 1. Condemn the State’s Repressive Actions: Publicly denounce the Pakistani government’s confiscation of the Jirga ground and its use of armed forces to prevent a peaceful assembly. 2. Demand the Immediate End to Militarization: Call for the removal of military posts and security forces from the Jirga site, and ensure that the Pashtun National Jirga can take place without fear of violence. 3. Insist on Protection for Participants: Ensure that the safety and rights of all those attending the Jirga are protected, in accordance with international human rights standards. 4. Investigate Ongoing Abuses: Launch independent investigations into the human rights violations committed by the Pakistani state against the Pashtun people, including the confiscation of public spaces and violent repression of peaceful assemblies. 5. Hold the Pakistani Government Accountable: Urge Pakistan to comply with its international obligations to protect the rights of all citizens, including the Pashtun people, and to cease its discriminatory and violent actions. The silence of the global community in the face of these violations has only emboldened the perpetrators. We must not allow the Pashtun people to be oppressed and brutalized in the shadows. Immediate action is needed to prevent further violence and ensure that the Pashtun voices are heard. We appeal to all defenders of human rights and justice to stand with the Pashtun people in this critical moment. The world cannot turn a blind eye to this state-sponsored terrorism and the assault on fundamental freedoms. Thank you for your immediate attention to this urgent matter. Your action can save lives and uphold justice. Sincerely, Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) – United States Email: [email protected] Human Rights Watch Amnesty International USA Amnesty International FIDH UN Human Rights Human Rights Campaign Rapid Response Front Line Defenders World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT) Freedom House The White House Department of State Minority Rights Group United Nations Secretary Antony Blinken António Guterres European Commission Manzoor Pashteen For more information, please refer to the following hashtags trending on social media. #PashtunNationalCourt11October #StateAttackedPashtunJirga #StateDeclaresWarOnPashtuns #په_خیبر_ننګ_وکړی

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"We will fire drones just like any other weapons against ethnic Amharas; there is nothing special about it." Ethiopian Defense Field Marshal Birhanu Jula. In a video interview, Ethiopian military Defense Field Marshal Birhanu Jula discussed the massacre of ethnic Amhara civilians. He conveyed that Amharas should not complain about civilian massacres in the ongoing war, asserting that being in a war implies accepting the risk of death. He emphasized that since the people of Amhara were part of the agreement for the war, they should accept the consequences of death and refrain from expressing grievances about civilian massacres. Moreover, Jula clarified the purpose of drones, emphasizing their role in warfare. He specifically mentioned that the procurement of drones was for military use and not for media exhibition. Comparing drones to guns, he underscored that they are merely tools of war and would be used accordingly in Amhara region. He reiterated the military's firm intent to utilize drones as a weapon in the conflict. This speech has sparked debate regarding the ethical use of drones in warfare and the responsibility of individuals involved in war. The controversy surrounding Jula's statements raises questions about the morality of warfare and the acceptance of civilian massacres as an inevitable consequence. Ethiopian Field Marshal Birhanu Jula emphatically stated, "We will fire drones just like any other weapons; there is nothing special about it." He asserted that the drone attacks would persist. In the same video footage, the Ethiopian military field marshal collectively accuses ethnic Amharas of portraying the Ethiopian Military as a Muslim force, seemingly to incite religious violence between Ethiopian Muslims and Christians. This top-ranking military figure made careless and vengeful comments against Ethnic Amharas, emphasizing an intense use of drones, similar to other weapons, against ethnic Amharas. Critics argue that this threat indicates the Ethiopian military's significant setbacks on the ground against Amhara forces and raises concerns about potential genocidal actions against civilians. Recently, the Lemkin Institution for Genocide Prevention ( ) issued a genocide alert regarding ethnic Amharas in the Amhara region attributed to the Ethiopian military. The controversy questions the equivalence of drones to other weapons like guns. It prompts the world to contemplate its stance on alleged genocidal remarks while ethnic Amharas face the grim reality of slaughter. This situation might eventually be seen as one of the world's most egregious double standards in history. ( By: Yuri Tadesse ) Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) - ኢሰመኮ Orthodox Church OCA Amnesty International Human Rights Watch Al Jazeera English BBC News (UK) CNN AFP News Agency UN Human Rights UNESCO Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) - ኢሰመኮ U.S. Embassy Addis Muslim World League CPJ Asia CPJ Europe and Central Asia Meaza Ashenafi PEN International Committee to Protect Journalists CPJ Africa CPJ Américas Abiy Ahmed Ali 🇪🇹 Genocide Prevention In Ethiopia Amhara Association of America (AAA) U.S. Embassy Addis UK in Ethiopia 🇬🇧 @EthiopiaEU Mike Hammer Tibor Nagy Herman J. Cohen Ana Gomes Josep Borrell Fontelles Daniel Bekele FRANCE 24 BBC News Africa Al Jazeera English The Washington Post AFP News Agency U.S. Embassy Addis Department of State #WarOnAmhara #AmharaGenocide #FreeMeskeremAbera #FreeAmharaDetainees

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