Djibouti Drone Attack Near Ethiopia Border Kills Eight

A recent drone attack near the Ethiopia-Djibouti border has resulted in the deaths of at least eight civilians, including a pregnant woman and two brothers, with several others injured. Local sources indicate that the attack, which occurred on January 30, 2025, in the Afar region of Ethiopia, was attributed to the Djiboutian government, allegedly targeting the Armed Front for the Restoration of Unity and Democracy (FRUD), a rebel group. Eyewitnesses reported the attack spanned multiple times during the night, raising suspicions about the nature of the targets, as many casualties were unarmed civilians. Djiboutian officials have described the deceased as terrorists engaged in hostile actions, while human rights organizations have condemned the attack, labeling it a violation of Ethiopia's sovereignty. The situation highlights the ongoing tensions between Djibouti and FRUD, with accusations of the Djiboutian government using military force against local populations under the guise of counter-terrorism operations. In response, local authorities are seeking further clarification and have reported the incident to higher government levels, but no official response has been made yet.