Firut Me'ar
ON THE RECORD · 4 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“Peace seems slow in coming. Most people are tired of politics. Whatever happens, we only want peace and a chance to rebuild our lives,”
Firut Me'ar · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-13
Firut says ordinary people in Tigray prioritize peace and rebuilding their lives above politics.
“Things are better than during the war, but people still have no money, no morale. Business is almost non-existent,”
Firut Me'ar · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-13
Firut describes the economic situation in Mekelle after the brief war, saying business is almost non-existent.
“There is uncertainty about what comes next.”
Firut Me'ar · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-13
Firut says people in Mekelle are worried about the future after federal forces took control of the city.
“People can't prioritise beauty over daily basic needs. For many residents, thinking about self-care is a luxury, at a time when they can't feed their kids,”
Firut Me'ar · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-13
A single mother running a hair salon in Mekelle describes how residents cannot afford beauty services amid economic hardship.