EPLF Defeats Ethiopian Forces and Supports Coalition

The Eritrean People's Liberation Front (EPLF) emerged as a key player in the struggle for Eritrean independence, succeeding the Eritrean Liberation Front (ELF). The EPLF's military campaign against Ethiopian forces was marked by strategic guerrilla warfare and mobilization of the local population. This approach not only weakened the Ethiopian military presence in Eritrea but also garnered significant support from various segments of Eritrean society. The EPLF's efforts culminated in a decisive victory over Ethiopian forces, which facilitated the rise of a coalition of Ethiopian rebel groups. This coalition ultimately led to the capture of Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, thereby contributing to the end of the Derg regime, which had been in power since the mid-1970s. The EPLF's success was pivotal in reshaping the political landscape of the Horn of Africa, leading to Eritrea's eventual declaration of independence and the establishment of a new government. The conflict had profound implications, resulting in a shift in regional power dynamics and influencing subsequent political developments in both Eritrea and Ethiopia.