# Ethiopian government forces retake Mekelle airport from Tigray rebels

https://mins.news/en/item/84583

- Al Jazeera, 2026-10-03 11:16 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/3/rebels-pulling-back-as-addis-ababas-forces-advance-reports-say?traffic_source=rss

> Ethiopia’s federal army and pro-government fighters have reportedly regained control of Alula Aba Nega Airport in Mekelle, the capital of Tigray, while rebels and TPLF leaders were seen leaving the city. Access and communications are heavily restricted, and Al Jazeera could not independently verify the claims.

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