A militia group working with the Ethiopian government said on Friday that it had captured the airport in the capital of the Tigré region, which is located in the northern part of the country. This move is part of a larger military effort aimed at pushing back against rebel fighters who have been in conflict with government forces for several years. The Tigré region has been the center of a long-running conflict, with the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) fighting against the federal government. The airport in the capital, Mekele, is a key strategic location, and controlling it could provide the government with a significant advantage in the ongoing battle. The militia, known as the National Revolutionary Army, has been supporting the Ethiopian government in its efforts to regain control of areas held by the rebels. The capture of the airport marks a potential turning point in the conflict, though the situation remains fluid with reports of continued fighting in the region. The conflict in Tigré has led to widespread humanitarian concerns, with reports of displacement, shortages of food and medical supplies, and restrictions on media access. International organizations have called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict and for access to the region to assess the humanitarian situation.