The United States Embassy in Addis Ababa has issued a security alert, advising against travel to Ethiopia's Tigray and Afar regions due to escalating security concerns. This warning follows the reported takeover of airports in Mekelle, Axum, and Shire by the Tigray Defense Forces, leading to the suspension of flights by Ethiopian Airlines.

• U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia warns citizens against travel to Tigray and Afar regions.
• Ethiopian Airlines has suspended flights to and from Mekelle, Axum, and Shire airports.
• United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called for de-escalation and resumption of peace talks.