Inside Explosions's Latest Developments: heard in Ethiopia's capital after drone flights banned

Residents of Addis Ababa woke up to the sound of explosions. With multiple blasts reported in the western military headquarters and a southern location. The incidents came as a surprise.

This comes after a week of clashes in the north between the Ethiopian army and a coalition of armed groups. This includes those from Tigray, which had banned drone flights over the city just hours earlier.

Are Ethiopians, who live in the western suburb of Torhayloch, a neighbourhood close to the military headquarters, reported hearing explosions while playing games with friends. The blasts were strong enough to set off car alarms and were heard around 00:30 local time (21:30 GMT).

The residents, who wished to remain anonymous, described the loud noise as very loud and strong enough to be felt.

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There were no official reports confirming the cause of the explosions. The exact locations affected or whether there were any casualties or damage remain unclear. The office of Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and the defence ministry have not responded to BBC requests for comment.

The federal and Addis Ababa police have also been tight-lipped about the incidents.

According to a Reuters source, opposition fighters are believed to be responsible for recent drone strikes, which have been attributed to them. The escalation of violence in the north, which began a week ago, pits the army against a coalition of armed groups.

This includes those from the Tigray region. WATCH, a watchdog group monitoring human rights in Ethiopia, has expressed concerns about the security situation in the capital following the outbreak of fighting last week.

The fighting in the Tigray region has raised fears about the stability of the country. The Ethiopian government has been struggling to maintain control over the region. This has been a hotbed of opposition to the government's policies.

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The recent clashes have been marked by reports of human rights abuses and civilian casualties.

The explosions in Addis Ababa have added to the sense of unease in the capital. Residents are on high alert, and the city's residents are bracing themselves for more violence. The international community has been watching the situation in Ethiopia with growing concern.

And there are fears that the country's stability could be at risk.