08/05/2026
Statement from President Tadesse Werede
Rebuffing repeated calls to avert the negative repercussions of recent developments through dialogue and mutual understanding among Tigrayans, the so-called “elected” entity, under the protection of security forces, held its first cabinet meeting today, May 8, 2026, inside the meeting halls of the Tigray Regional Interim Administration. Since today marks the beginning of the next phase of a dangerous journey, the group that has taken over the interim administration by force bears sole responsibility for any and all consequences that may ensue.
Tadesse Werede
President, Tigray Interim Administration
Mekelle, May 8, 2026
