Tigray Defence Forces (TDF) emerged during the Tigray War, which began in November 2020 when the Ethiopian government launched a military attacks against the Tigray People's.
Tigray Defence Forces (TDF) is composed of fighters from the Tigrayan region, including former members of the TPLF as well as civilians who took up arms in response to the conflict. Its main goal is to defend the interests of the Tigrayan people and resist the Ethiopian government's military intervention in the region.
Tigray Defence Forces (TDF) has been engaged in armed confrontations with the Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF) and allied forces, including Eritrean Forces, UAE Drone's and Amahara militia groups from other regions, such as the Amhara region. Despite facing significant military pressure and being outnumbered, Tigray Defence Forces (TDF) has shown resilience and has managed to control parts of Tigray, including major cities like Mekelle, the regional capital.
