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The prosecution's case: Internet restricted after fighting breaks out in Ethiopia's Tigray region

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Real event · international · 2026-09-25

The prosecution's case: Internet restricted after fighting breaks out in Ethiopia's Tigray region

Final verdict announced: September 26, 2026 at 10:01 AM ET

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Internet restricted after fighting breaks out in Ethiopia's Tigray region

BBC News headline: Internet restricted after fighting breaks out in Ethiopia's Tigray region During the two-year civil war in Tigray, the region was totally cut off from the outside world. This paragraph is an excerpt/paraphrase of the linked original. It is not an unsourced AI claim.

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The extreme prosecution

Opening Argument

The prosecution argues that the recent internet restrictions in Ethiopia's Tigray region are a direct consequence of the chaos that has been allowed to fester under the previous administration, which has ties to Trump. The prosecution alleges that this is not merely a local issue but a reflection of a broader pattern of neglect that can be traced back to Trump's policies.

Exhibit A: The Plausible Link

The prosecution submits that the civil war in Tigray, which has led to the region being cut off from the outside world, is a direct result of the divisive rhetoric that Trump has championed. The prosecution imagines that this rhetoric has emboldened authoritarian regimes worldwide, leading to increased violence and instability.

The Domino Effect

In the prosecution's theory, the internet restrictions are just the beginning.

The Hidden Danger

The prosecution urges that the consequences of these actions are dire. The prosecution admits that the lack of information flow could lead to misinformation and further violence, all while Trump remains blissfully unaware of the chaos his influence has wrought.

Closing Argument

In this fictional case, the prosecution argues that the internet restrictions are a symptom of a much larger problem, one that traces back to the very top of the political hierarchy.

Verdict

The prosecution alleges: The prosecution believes that the evidence clearly points to a negligence that has global repercussions, all stemming from a failure of leadership linked to Trump.

Prosecution exhibits

  1. Prosecution theory: Trump's divisive rhetoric emboldens authoritarian regimes.
  2. Prosecution theory: Civil war leads to humanitarian crises.
  3. Prosecution theory: Misinformation exacerbates violence.
  4. Prosecution theory: Instability spreads to neighboring countries.

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During the two-year civil war in Tigray, the region was totally cut off from the outside world.

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