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Postscript

Having provided these critical voices of the past, I now finish with two examples of how the present TPLF leaders still do not aim at peace but on the contrary deceive the people of Tigray into thinking that they will be ‘victorious’ in a fight which they can not possibly win.

Getachew Reda, spokesman of the Tigray Command Centre, proclaimed:
* Every Tigrayan, whether they are carrying a gun or not, will defend even with spears and knives (25.11.2020).

Debretsion Gebremichael, leader of the TPLF, sent out the following calls (abbreviated) [January 30, 2021]:
* To our most valued farmers: I call upon you to send your children, as you have so gallantly done in the past, to join the struggle against the invading enemy forces.
* To our people in towns and villages in enemy territory: Continue to resist and support our struggle bravely. You have proven to the enemies that no matter the cost, you will never forcibly submit to the invading forces.
* To our Tigray Defence Forces: I say move on with our struggle for a just cause. I do not doubt as to its outcome. You will be victorious!
* To the youth of Tigray: You are awe-inspiring. I call upon you all to join the struggle.
- To the Women of Tigray: I call upon you to send your sons and daughters to join the struggle