AMN PLUS — October 5/ 2026
Ethiopia’s Commando and Airborne Forces have demonstrated their capabilities and commitment through various military operations, according to the Ministry of Defense.
The forces have overcome challenges over the years and demonstrated their ability to carry out special missions entrusted to them by the country.
Drawing on rigorous training and advanced military capabilities, the forces employ combined-arms tactics in combat operations, according to the source.
The Ministry of Defense Online Media says the forces’ professionalism is grounded in a commitment to serving the public without discrimination based on ethnicity, religion, or identity, describing this as a source of national pride.
The source also highlights an institutional culture focused on assessing international and regional developments, anticipating emerging challenges, and maintaining operational readiness.
The forces continue to improve their capabilities by learning from past missions, identifying strengths and gaps, and incorporating modern technology into their training systems.
The Ministry emphasizes that building a modern military requires more than upgrading weapons and equipment. It also depends on strengthening human resources, training, intelligence capabilities, and strategic leadership.
According to the source, Ethiopia’s Commando Forces are combining their longstanding tradition of bravery with modern military science to strengthen their readiness for future security challenges.
The Ministry also identifies the forces’ relationship with the public as an important source of strength, saying their people-centered approach has helped build trust with communities across Ethiopia.
Protecting Ethiopia’s borders is a responsibility passed from one generation to the next. The Ethiopian Commando and Airborne Forces, together with other units, continue to safeguard the country’s sovereignty and the peace of its people by building on their military legacy while strengthening modern capabilities and future readiness.