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Polls open in Ethiopia, but not everyone can vote

BBC World · Jun 1, 2026, 4:36 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party is expected to dominate the election as conflicts overshadow the vote.

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Polls open in Ethiopia, but not everyone can vote

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