The crisis in Tigray is of grave concern to the UK government. The conflict has caused immense devastation, leading to the collapse of essential services and widespread human rights violations. James Cleverly acknowledged ongoing reports of atrocities, including Eritrean involvement, and emphasised the need for an inclusive political settlement. He highlighted the UK's role in providing humanitarian assistance (£100 million this financial year) and called for immediate access for relief agencies and journalists. The minister also mentioned a team of officials who visited Mekelle recently to assess conditions and heard harrowing accounts from displaced persons. Though there have been some positive developments, such as improved media access and the commitment by Ethiopian authorities to move towards an access notification system, Cleverly emphasised that much more needs to be done to address the crisis comprehensively.