The writer's name: Yayesew Shimelis -ያየሰው ሽመልስThe compelling book, "የሴራ እርካብ፤ የደም መንበር" , penned by Yayesew Shimelis, an intrepid journalist and the proprietor of Ethioforum, the prominent Amharic media outlet, offers an incisive exploration of the turbulent landscape of Ethiopian politics. Yayesew, a young and contemplative Ethiopian journalist, fearlessly navigates the tumultuous currents of recent political developments in Ethiopia, delving into the intricate web of political issues and current societal issues.

In this thought-provoking narrative, Yayesew shares his personal journey, recounting the price he paid for his commitment to truth. Having faced imprisonment by the Ethiopian government on seven separate occasions within just three years, he unveils the challenges and sacrifices made in his pursuit of professional journalism.

The book unfolds over a span of four years, providing an in-depth analysis of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's tenure. Drawing on firsthand experiences, insider connections, factual data, and encounters with key figures, including former and current politicians, militarycommanders, retired and active diplomats, and veterans, Yayesew sheds light on pivotal stories, evidence, and facts surrounding Abiy Ahmed'sleadership and his circle.

Covering a spectrum of topics, the narrative explores war, widespread casualties, large-scale imprisonment, conspiracies, and criminalalliances. Key events such as Abiy Ahmed's marriage, his controversial education, the betrayal of close associates, the attack on thenorthern command, the Sene 16 bomb explosion (ሰኔ 16 የቦንብ ጥቃት), and the war in Tigray are dissected, revealing their profound consequences.

The role of the media during this conflict is also scrutinized, offering a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted challenges faced by the nation. Covering a spectrum of topics, the narrative explores war, widespread casualties, large-scale imprisonment, conspiracies, and criminal alliances.

Key events such as Abiy Ahmed's marriage, his controversial education, the betrayal of close associates, the attack on the northern command, the Sene 16 bomb explosion (ሰኔ 16 የቦንብ ጥቃት), and the war in Tigray are dissected, revealing their profound consequences. The role of the media during this conflict is also scrutinized, offering a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted challengesfaced by the nation.

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