# Ethiopia's Election Amid Crisis and Controversy

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Published: 2026-06-21T17:11:13+00:00
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Ethiopia’s election delivers a landslide win for Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s Prosperity Party, securing 438 parliamentary seats and a near-certain five-year term. Yet, the vote was marred by security chaos in Oromia and Amhara, where over 140 polling stations couldn’t open due to violence with armed groups. Despite a staggering 94% turnout, Tigray remains excluded — a region still reeling from war and denied any parliamentary voice. Critics accuse the government of creating a climate of fear that silenced opposition, with some calling the election a sham. Even as Abiy holds the Nobel Peace Prize for reconciling with Eritrea, his rule faces mounting accusations of human rights violations — this election underscores Ethiopia’s deep fractures and unresolved crises. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/00ca86243dd8460f

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