At least 14 people, including children, were reportedly killed in multiple drone strikes targeting a camp for internally displaced people in Ethiopia’s Amhara region on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
Three witnesses told AFP that the strikes hit the camp, causing casualties among residents who had already been displaced from their homes.
One witness, identified as Yasin, said four drone strikes occurred in quick succession. He reported that 14 people had been buried at the displacement centre, while two others died during medical treatment.
According to his account, pregnant women and children were among the victims. The witness requested anonymity while describing the incident.
Another resident, Ahmed, said the strikes occurred as students were returning home from school, raising concerns about the impact of the attack on children and other civilians.
Two additional witnesses reported death tolls of 14 and 15, respectively. The differing accounts suggest that the exact number of casualties remains uncertain.
The incident has drawn attention to the dangers faced by displaced communities in Ethiopia’s Amhara region, where civilians remain vulnerable to violence and insecurity.
Drone attacks in populated areas can cause significant civilian harm, particularly when they occur near temporary shelters or locations where families and children are gathered.
The reported strikes also highlight the challenges of protecting displaced people who depend on camps for shelter and basic necessities.
The identity of those responsible for the strikes and the circumstances surrounding the attack were not established in the supplied report.
Further independent verification will be important to determine the final death toll, identify those responsible and establish the full circumstances of the incident.
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