Ethiopia's Virgin Mary festival in Tigray cancelled over drone strike fears
An eagerly anticipated gathering of women will not be taking place following recent aerial strikes.
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"The drone attack on innocent citizens in Mekelle city is an act that history will not forgive and should be condemned."
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