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The comprehensive, strategic, and internationally appropriate document that addresses the criminal escalation by Lieutenant General Tadesse Worede, head of the outlawed “Above theCore” TPLF military faction.
This version reflects deeper insight, structured geopolitical analysis,serious warning, and is professionally addressed to diplomatic communities, African and European human rights bodies, and the international community. It includes a powerful narrativetitle, oficial condemnations, and calls to action.
DECLARATION OF DANGEROUS INTENT: Tadesse Worede’s Treacherous War on Peaceful Tigrayans
The Final Betrayal of a Criminal Presidency – A Joint Strategic Warning and Condemnation
Prepared by Horn of Africa Geopolitical Review (HAGR), Tigray Herald Editorial Board, and Tigray Media Watch (TMW)
Executive Summary
In a shocking and destabilizing escalation, the outlawed military ringleader Lieutenant General Tadesse Worede, who illegitimately occupies the so-called “presidency” of Tigray’s Defense Forces, has declared internal war against the peaceful and law-abiding administrations of Southern Tigray (Raya) and Southeastern Tigray (Enderta) zones.
This declaration amounts toan unlawful military operation against civilian populations, a grave violation of internal peace,and a direct assault on the unity and fabric of Tigrayan society. This dangerous move comes at a time when over 40% of Tigray’s territory remains under the brutal occupation of Amhara extremist militias (Fano) and the Eritrean dictatorship of Isaias Afwerki. Yet, instead of confronting these existential threats, Tadesse Worede and his “Abovethe Core” TPLF military elites have chosen to wage war on their own people — in collaboration with foreign enemies under the guise of the so-called “ጽምዶ” alliance.
The actions of this rogue faction are not only criminally irresponsible but also serve the survival strategy of the dying autocracy in Eritrea. It is a betrayal that demands immediate attention,condemnation, and intervention from all Tigrayans, the international diplomatic community, andhuman rights organizations globally.
Strategic Context and Deeper Insight
- Weaponizing Internal Divisions to Undermine Tigray’s Stability
Tadesse Worede’s attack on Raya and Enderta is a calculated strategy to destabilize the only zones within Tigray maintaining civilian-led administration, development, and social harmony.These areas symbolize a peaceful path forward, rejecting the militarization and corruption of theformer TPLF elite. By declaring war on them, Tadesse is deliberately destroying any alternativeto military rule and pushing Tigray into further chaos.
- Collaboration with the Enemy: The “ጽምዶ” Treason Pact Under the cover of a false alliance called “ጽምዶ”, the outlawed TPLF military clique led byTadesse is conspiring with Eritrea’s genocidal regime and the most radical remnants of thePFDJ (People’s Front for Democracy and Justice). This unholy alliance aims to sabotage the Pretoria Peace Agreement, undermine the Tigray Interim Government, and divide Tigrayinternally to prevent the restoration of Tigray’s territorial sovereignty.
- Ignoring the Real Enemy: The Occupiers of Western and Southern TigrayInstead of mobilizing eforts against the occupying forces of Amhara regional militias and the Eritrean regime, Tadesse Worede is focusing his firepower on peaceful Tigrayans, furthering the cause of the enemies he should be resisting. His refusal to fight the actual occupiers is eithergross dereliction of duty or outright collaboration with foreign powers hostile to Tigray. Legal and Political Implications
- Criminal Abuse of Military Power:
Launching a military campaign against civilian zones constitutes a war crime under international humanitarian law.This act violates the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, and Article 3 of the Geneva Conventions, which prohibit attacks on civilian populations.
- Unconstitutional Presidency:
Tadesse Worede’s presidency has no democratic legitimacy. He is not an elected oficial but aself-imposed ruler acting without constitutional mandate or public support.
- Obstruction of Peace and Reconstruction:
His actions sabotage recovery, reconstruction, and demobilization eforts essential for Tigray’spost-genocide survival.
Oficial Condemnation
We, the undersigned, hereby issue a joint and firm strategic condemnation of these unlawful and destructive actions by Tadesse Worede:Horn of Africa Geopolitical Review (HAGR)Tigray Herald Editorial BoardTigray Media Watch (TMW)We view this move as a dangerous coup attempt against Tigray’s democratic transition, abetrayal of the Pretoria Peace Agreement, and an act of violence that must be resisted by allmeans legally, politically, and socially.
URGENT WARNING & STRATEGIC CALL TO ACTION
To All Tigrayan Stakeholders We urge all political parties, civic organizations, intellectuals, youth movements, religiousleaders, and grassroots communities to unite in condemnation of this illegal war.
To Tigrayan Media & Advocacy Groups
We call on all independent Tigrayan media outlets including Laza Tigryna, TBS TV, TPM, and Tigray-based media influencers to expose and denounce the above-law TPLF military elitewho are dragging Tigray back into internal conflict.
To the Diplomatic Community in Ethiopia
We request that all embassies in Addis Ababa, especially those of the United States, European Union, United Kingdom, and African Union, immediately assess the destabilizing implications of Tadesse Worede’s rogue actions. Silence will only embolden impunity.
To African and European Human Rights Organizations
We formally appeal to the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, and the EU Special Envoy to the Horn of Africa to takeurgent action.
We request:Independent investigations into violations of peace zones.Sanctions and travel bans on Tadesse Worede and his collaborators.Full monitoring of military operations within Tigray to prevent civilian massacres.
Strategic Recommendations
- Immediate Suspension of All Military Campaigns Against Civilian Zones
- Formation of an Independent Tigrayan Inquiry Commission led by legal experts, religiousleaders, and neutral professionals.
- International Sanctions on Tadesse Worede and Core Leadership of the outlawed TPLFmilitary elites
- Demilitarization of Internal Tigrayan Zones to restore civil governance in all localities.
- Accelerated Peace Diplomacy by the Tigray Interim Government with the Ethiopian FederalGovernment to restore full territorial integrity. Final Message to the People of Tigray “Peace is not weakness; it is strength. The enemies of peace within us are far moredangerous than those beyond.”We urge every Tigrayan young and old to reject this criminal declaration of war, defendyour zones, defend your freedom, and protect the dream of a peaceful, democratic, and justTigray.
Prepared By:Horn of Africa Geopolitical Review (HAGR)Tigray Herald Editorial Board Tigray Media Watch (TMW)
July 2025 | Mekelle Addis Ababa Brussels Washington D.C ,London UK Nairobi Kenya .
