Addis Abeba – The Tigray Independence Party (TIP) has warned of a potential return to conflict in Tigray, accusing the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) leadership and the Federal Government of Ethiopia of failing to fully implement the Pretoria peace agreement and protect the interests of civilians. In a statement issued on Sunday, February 15, 2026, the party stated that large parts of Tigray remain outside the regional administration's control, while many displaced residents continue to lack durable resettlement solutions. The TIP also alleged that internal divisions within the TPLF and its military command have weakened regional institutions and contributed to diplomatic isolation. The party rejected attempts to mobilize the population for renewed conflict, arguing that another war would neither restore Tigray’s constitutional borders nor ensure the safe return of displaced people. Instead, it advocated for 'strategic neutrality' and policy-based mediation to reconnect Tigray with international partners. Addressing the federal authorities in Addis Abeba, the party said the government bears primary responsibility for delays that have prolonged humanitarian hardship and economic strain, calling for the immediate restoration of constitutional order.