In a press statement to local media, the Ethiopian Teachers Association (ETA), affiliated to Education International officially called for de-escalation of conflict and an immediate return to cessation of hostilities in the wake of the resumption of militarised hostilities between federal defense forces and forces of the Tigray regional government. Education International stands with educators, students and civilians affected by the conflict of both sides and urges public authorities to ensure the safety of students, educators and the population as well as education continuity.