A disturbing event has transpired in Ethiopia, where two notable Amhara politicians, Yohannes Buyalw and Dr. Kassa Teshager, were subjected to an assassination attempt by prison authorities while incarcerated. This incident took place on December 5, 2024.
Reports indicate that the prison police made an effort to shoot the two politicians, who are detained due to their Amhara ethnicity. The officer involved had previously discharged his weapon on two occasions and was attempting to fire again when other personnel intervened to prevent further violence.
Yohannes Buyalw serves on the Amhara Regional Council, while Dr. Kassa Teshager is a member of the Addis Ababa City Council. This alarming incident has heightened concerns regarding the safety and welfare of political prisoners in Ethiopia.
