Ethiopia Cancels Virgin Mary Festival in Tigray Amid Drone Strike Fears

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A major religious festival dedicated to the Virgin Mary in Ethiopia's Tigray region has been cancelled this year. The event, which traditionally draws large gatherings of women, will not go ahead due to safety concerns. Authorities cited fears of aerial drone strikes as the primary reason for the cancellation. The decision reflects the ongoing instability and conflict-related tensions affecting the Tigray region.

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