Qalaab Segatu

“create a significant capability to protect and defend major cities and critical infrastructure such as the Renaissance Dam, providing key strategic air superiority,”

Qalaab Segatu · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-29

Qalaab Segatu said the combination of fighter jets and air defence systems would protect major cities and critical infrastructure including the Renaissance Dam.

“it was preparing for possible wars with other countries, not just internal conflicts”

Qalaab Segatu · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-29

Qalaab Segatu told BBC Amharic that Ethiopia's acquisition of additional warplanes indicated preparation for possible wars beyond internal conflicts.