EPRDF captures Addis Ababa, marking downfall of Derg regime in historical event.
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The Ethiopian People's Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF) successfully captured Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia, leading to the ousting of the Derg regime. The Derg, a Marxist military junta, had ruled Ethiopia with an iron fist for years, causing widespread oppression, human rights abuses, and economic hardship.
The EPRDF, a coalition of rebel groups, had been fighting against the Derg in a bloody civil war. Their capture of Addis Ababa marked a significant turning point in the conflict, ultimately leading to the downfall of the oppressive regime. The people of Ethiopia celebrated the end of the Derg's rule and looked forward to a new era of peace and democracy.
Following the fall of the Derg, the EPRDF established a transitional government and began the process of rebuilding the country. The capture of Addis Ababa by the EPRDF was a watershed moment in Ethiopian history, symbolizing the victory of the people over tyranny and paving the way for a more democratic future.
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Primary Reference: Fall of the Derg regime - Wikipedia

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