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Ethiopia election landslide masks deep instability

Abiy Ahmed's sweeping election victory obscures profound internal instability and worsening foreign relations.

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Thursday, 18 June 2026 at 23:12 UTC
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Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party, led by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, has secured a landslide victory in the June 2026 elections, as expected. While supporters view the win as a mandate for continued reform, critics highlight the country's deep internal instability, including ongoing conflicts in Tigray and Oromia, and deteriorating foreign relations. The election results are likely to be interpreted abroad through two competing narratives: one emphasizing stability and reform, the other focusing on authoritarian consolidation and growing isolation.
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