Ethiopia's ruling party wins landslide in parliamentary election

Ethiopia's ruling Prosperity Party, led by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, has secured a decisive victory in the recent parliamentary elections, claiming 438 of the 486 available seats. The election commission announced the results on Sunday, solidifying Ahmed's grip on power.

Ahmed, 50, who came to power in 2018 and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2019 for resolving a border conflict with Eritrea, has faced criticism for his increasingly authoritarian style of governance. Despite these concerns and accusations of severe human rights violations, his party's electoral success indicates continued support or a lack of viable alternatives.

The election outcome strengthens Ahmed's position as he continues to lead the East African nation. His tenure began with promises of reform, but has since been marked by a concentration of power and a crackdown on dissent, raising questions about the future trajectory of Ethiopian democracy.