The Escalating Attacks on Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia
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The following report addresses a matter of pressing concern: the
escalating religious persecution targeting Orthodox Christians in
Ethiopia. In recent times, Orthodox Christians have faced a surge in
harassment, discrimination, and violence, posing grave threats to their
safety, fundamental rights, and religious freedoms. This report aims to
provide a detailed examination of the underlying factors contributing
to these attacks, particularly the association of the Orthodox Christian
faith with the Amhara people. By analysing trends, incidents, and
impacts, this report seeks to shed light on the severity of the situation
and emphasise the urgent need for intervention and action to
safeguard the rights and well-being of Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia.
Ethiopia has a long and rich history of Christianity, with the
Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church being one of the oldest
Christian denominations in the world. However, in recent years, and
most notably in the past six years, Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia have
faced increasing persecution, discrimination, and violence. Ethiopia
has historically been known for the peaceful coexistence of Orthodox
Christian and Muslim communities, making the recent rise in religious
tensions particularly alarming.
Reports indicate that Orthodox Christian communities in various
regions of Ethiopia have been targeted by extremist groups, including
factions within the Ethiopian Federal Army predominantly constituted
by the Oromo People’s Democratic Organization (OPDO), the Oromo
Liberation Front/Army (OLF or OLA), and Oneg Shene. Orthodox Christians have been subjected to attacks on their churches, clergy,
and congregants, endangering lives and undermining the
fundamental principles of religious freedom and tolerance necessary
for a harmonious and inclusive society.
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Source: Stop Amhara Genocide
