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"It can't be eliminated with GPS or drones."

Jan 23 , 2021.

Ararsa Merdassa, head of the Oromia Police Commission, told Addis Zemen, in its January 17, 2021, edition, on the complexity of the law enforcement operation against OLF-Shene. He added that the key to countering such an armed guerilla group is creating awareness among communities.


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