Tigray, the Eparch of Adigrat raises alarm: “We are completely isolated; humanitarian access is urgently needed”

Tesfaselassie Medhin, the bishop of Adigrat, says the Tigray region is completely isolated and requires urgent humanitarian access and peace dialogue. In a message sent with support from UNICEF, Medhin reported that communications are blocked and the local Church, missions, religious, and clergy remain in their locations despite the lack of contact with the outside world.

Medhin noted that banks are closed and expressed uncertainty regarding how seminaries and schools will continue to operate or how provisions will be managed. He stated that the Church intends to continue its mission by remaining present with the people.

During a General Audience on September 30, Pope Leo XIV expressed deep concern regarding the renewed hostilities in Tigray. The Pope appealed to all parties to choose dialogue instead of armed conflict, stating that fighting only leads to death and destruction rather than solving problems.