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	The '''Irob people''' ([[Ge'ez alphabet\|Ge'ez]]: ኢሮብ ''ʾirōb'', also spelled Erob) are an ethnic group who live in a predominantly highland, mountainous area by the same name in ~~northeastern~~ ~~[[Tigray Region]],~~ Ethiopia. They speak the [[Saho language]]. Most of them profess the [[Catholic Church\|Catholic]] Christian religion and are mostly farmers.{{cn\|date=March 2024}} The etymology of the name Irob is debatable, but Irob's elders say that the term comes from the Saho word "Oroba", which means "welcome to our home". The boundaries of Irobland are, to an extent, identical to the [[Irob (woreda)\|Irob]] woreda; both are bordered by the following areas: Dabri-Mela to the north, Hado to the east, the [[Afar Region]] to the east and south, Shoumezana and [[Gulomahda\|Gulomakeda]] to the west, and [[Saesi Tsaedaemba]] to the south. The first two neighbors are Saho speakers and predominantly Muslim, the third are Muslim Afars, and the others are Tigrigna-speaking Christians.		The '''Irob people''' ([[Ge'ez alphabet\|Ge'ez]]: ኢሮብ ''ʾirōb'', also spelled Erob) are an ethnic group who live in a predominantly highland, mountainous area by the same name in Eritrea and Ethiopia. They speak the [[Saho language]]. Most of them profess the [[Catholic Church\|Catholic]] Christian religion and are mostly farmers.{{cn\|date=March 2024}} The etymology of the name Irob is debatable, but Irob's elders say that the term comes from the Saho word "Oroba", which means "welcome to our home". The boundaries of Irobland are, to an extent, identical to the [[Irob (woreda)\|Irob]] woreda; both are bordered by the following areas: Dabri-Mela to the north, Hado to the east, the [[Afar Region]] to the east and south, Shoumezana and [[Gulomahda\|Gulomakeda]] to the west, and [[Saesi Tsaedaemba]] to the south. The first two neighbors are Saho speakers and predominantly Muslim, the third are Muslim Afars, and the others are Tigrigna-speaking Christians.

	==History==		==History==

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	{{Short description\|Ethnic group of ~~Tigray~~ ~~Region,~~ Ethiopia}}		{{Short description\|Ethnic group native to Eritrea and Ethiopia}}
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			{{Short description\|Ethnic group of Tigray Region, Ethiopia}}
	{{Short description\|none}} Irob is a land located in the southern region of Eritrea, known for its rugged terrain, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant community of indigenous people. The land of Irob is predominantly inhabited by the Saho group of Eritrea, who have a unique history and traditions that have been passed down through generations.
			[[Image:Kafna Village.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|Kafna Village.]]
			{{More citations needed\|date=January 2009}}
			The '''Irob people''' ([[Ge'ez alphabet\|Ge'ez]]: ኢሮብ ''ʾirōb'', also spelled Erob) are an ethnic group who live in a predominantly highland, mountainous area by the same name in northeastern [[Tigray Region]], Ethiopia. They speak the [[Saho language]]. Most of them profess the [[Catholic Church\|Catholic]] Christian religion and are mostly farmers.{{cn\|date=March 2024}} The etymology of the name Irob is debatable, but Irob's elders say that the term comes from the Saho word "Oroba", which means "welcome to our home". The boundaries of Irobland are, to an extent, identical to the [[Irob (woreda)\|Irob]] woreda; both are bordered by the following areas: Dabri-Mela to the north, Hado to the east, the [[Afar Region]] to the east and south, Shoumezana and [[Gulomahda\|Gulomakeda]] to the west, and [[Saesi Tsaedaemba]] to the south. The first two neighbors are Saho speakers and predominantly Muslim, the third are Muslim Afars, and the others are Tigrigna-speaking Christians.

		⚫	==History==
	The Saho people of Irob are renowned for their strong sense of community, resilience, and commitment to their cultural identity. They have a deep connection to the land, which they have inhabited for centuries, and take great pride in preserving their traditions and customs.
			[[Image:Irob boys in Alitena.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|Irob boys in [[Alitena]].]] The capital (traditional center) of Irob is [[Alitena]]. Irobs trace their lineage to one man, Summe, son of Neguse Worede-Mehret, who according to the Irob oral history, migrated to the Irobland from Tsira'e in [[Kilite Awla'elo]], a part of Tigray, about 700 years ago.<ref>{{Cite web\|title=History of Irob Short History of Irob... - ኣዱሓ ኢሮብ ዳይሎ Konjo Erob Boys & Girls {{!}} Facebook\|url=https://www.facebook.com/Dekierob/posts/history-of-irobshort-history-of-irob-peopleas-most-of-the-history-of-african-peo/1889556737961936/\|access-date=2021-01-02\|website=www.facebook.com}}</ref>

			Despite their relatively small population, the Irob have been at the forefront of regional and national politics in Ethiopia. Starting with the [[Zemene Mesafint]], the Irob family of [[Ethiopian aristocratic and court titles\|Shum]] Agame Woldu dominated Tigrayan politics. The dynasty included [[Dejazmach]] [[Sabagadis\|Subagadis]] (whose rule extended to present-day Eritrea), Shum Agame Desta, Ras [[Sebhat Aregawi]], and many others including Emperor [[Yohannes IV]].
	The history of the Saho people in Irob is a rich tapestry of stories, struggles, and triumphs. Over the years, they have faced various challenges, including conflicts with neighboring communities and invasions from external forces. However, through it all, the Saho people have remained united and resilient, relying on their strong sense of community and cultural heritage to overcome adversities.

			During the Italian invasion, Irob patriots, led by individuals such as Dejazmach [[Ayele Sebhat]] and Dejazmach [[Kassa Sebhat]],<ref>Anthony Mockler recounts how they attacked, and almost destroyed, an Italian column that had advanced from southern Eritrea, across the [[Danakil Depression]], to reach the edge of the [[Ethiopian highlands]]. (''Haile Selassie's War'' [New York: Olive Branch Press, 2003], pp. 66f)</ref> contributed to the anti-Italian resistance movement from their base on [[Mount Asimba]].
	Today, the Saho people of Irob continue to uphold their traditions and customs, celebrating their cultural identity through music, dance, storytelling, and other forms of artistic expression. They are known for their intricate weaving techniques, traditional clothing, and delicious cuisine, which reflect the unique character of their community.

			In more recent times, many Irobs, such as Dr. [[Tesfay Debessay]], who was a leader of the [[Ethiopian People's Revolutionary Party]] (EPRP), played an important role in the struggle waged against the dictatorial junta led by Colonel [[Mengistu Haile Mariam]].
	Irob is not only a land of breathtaking beauty and diverse wildlife but also a living testament to the enduring spirit of the Saho people. Their history, culture, and traditions are an integral part of the fabric of Eritrean society, and their contributions to the country's heritage are celebrated and honored by all who visit this remarkable land.

⚫	==History==
	Irob land is a geographic area located in the southern of Eritrea, near the border with Ethiopia. The region is home to the Saho people, who are one of the ethnic groups belonging to Eritrea. The history of the Saho people and their land is closely intertwined with that of the Irob land.

			[[Image:Assimba mountain in the distance.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|[[Mount Assimba]] from a distance.]][[Image:Aiga Village.JPG\|thumb\|300px\|Aiga Village.]] Moreover, the Irobland proper, particularly around the Assimba and Aiga localities, served as a base for several Ethiopian revolutionary movements, including EPRP and the [[Tigray People's Liberation Front]](TPLF). Aiga is also the location of significant battles during the Ethio-Eritrean border war (1998–2000), which ultimately led to the removal of occupying Eritrean forces from the region.
	The Saho have a rich history that dates back centuries, with their origins believed to be in the Horn of Africa. They are known for their traditional culture, language, and way of life, which is largely based on pastoralism and agriculture.

			In early January 2021 during the [[Tigray War]] at least 52 civilians (50 men, 2 women) were [[extrajudicial killing\|extrajudicially killed]] in Irob by Eritrean soldiers, according to ''Irob Advocacy Association'', which prepared a list of the victims' names.<ref name="EEPA_No72_31Jan2021" />

			Tigrai TV reported 13 victims, members of the same family thrown in a river which coloured red; relatives were denied to bury the bodies and mourn.<ref>Tigrai TV, 3 October 2021: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6am6LnT99pw ግፍዓዊ ጨፍጫፍ ወረዳ ኢሮብ]</ref>
	Throughout history, the Irob land has faced challenges and conflicts with neighboring communities, particularly with the Tigray people of northern Ethiopia. The region has also been a contested border area between Ethiopia and Eritrea, leading to tensions and occasional skirmishes between the two countries.

	==Lifestyle and culture==		==Lifestyle and culture==

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	==History==		==History==
			Irob land is a geographic area located in the southern of Eritrea, near the border with Ethiopia. The region is home to the Saho people, who are one of the ethnic groups belonging to Eritrea. The history of the Saho people and their land is closely intertwined with that of the Irob land.
	[[Image:Irob boys in Alitena.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|Irob boys in [[Alitena]].]] The capital (traditional center) of Irob is [[Alitena]]. Irobs trace their lineage to one man, Summe, son of Neguse Worede-Mehret, who according to the Irob oral history, migrated to the Irobland from Tsira'e in [[Kilite Awla'elo]], a part of Tigray, about 700 years ago.<ref>{{Cite web\|title=History of Irob Short History of Irob... - ኣዱሓ ኢሮብ ዳይሎ Konjo Erob Boys & Girls {{!}} Facebook\|url=https://www.facebook.com/Dekierob/posts/history-of-irobshort-history-of-irob-peopleas-most-of-the-history-of-african-peo/1889556737961936/\|access-date=2021-01-02\|website=www.facebook.com}}</ref>

			The Saho have a rich history that dates back centuries, with their origins believed to be in the Horn of Africa. They are known for their traditional culture, language, and way of life, which is largely based on pastoralism and agriculture.
	Despite their relatively small population, the Irob have been at the forefront of regional and national politics in Ethiopia. Starting with the [[Zemene Mesafint]], the Irob family of [[Ethiopian aristocratic and court titles\|Shum]] Agame Woldu dominated Tigrayan politics. The dynasty included [[Dejazmach]] [[Sabagadis\|Subagadis]] (whose rule extended to present-day Eritrea), Shum Agame Desta, Ras [[Sebhat Aregawi]], and many others including Emperor [[Yohannes IV]].

	During the Italian invasion, Irob patriots, led by individuals such as Dejazmach [[Ayele Sebhat]] and Dejazmach [[Kassa Sebhat]],<ref>Anthony Mockler recounts how they attacked, and almost destroyed, an Italian column that had advanced from southern Eritrea, across the [[Danakil Depression]], to reach the edge of the [[Ethiopian highlands]]. (''Haile Selassie's War'' [New York: Olive Branch Press, 2003], pp. 66f)</ref> contributed to the anti-Italian resistance movement from their base on [[Mount Asimba]].

			Throughout history, the Irob land has faced challenges and conflicts with neighboring communities, particularly with the Tigray people of northern Ethiopia. The region has also been a contested border area between Ethiopia and Eritrea, leading to tensions and occasional skirmishes between the two countries.
	In more recent times, many Irobs, such as Dr. [[Tesfay Debessay]], who was a leader of the [[Ethiopian People's Revolutionary Party]] (EPRP), played an important role in the struggle waged against the dictatorial junta led by Colonel [[Mengistu Haile Mariam]].

	[[Image:Assimba mountain in the distance.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|[[Mount Assimba]] from a distance.]][[Image:Aiga Village.JPG\|thumb\|300px\|Aiga Village.]] Moreover, the Irobland proper, particularly around the Assimba and Aiga localities, served as a base for several Ethiopian revolutionary movements, including EPRP and the [[Tigray People's Liberation Front]](TPLF). Aiga is also the location of significant battles during the Ethio-Eritrean border war (1998–2000), which ultimately led to the removal of occupying Eritrean forces from the region.

	In early January 2021 during the [[Tigray War]] at least 52 civilians (50 men, 2 women) were [[extrajudicial killing\|extrajudicially killed]] in Irob by Eritrean soldiers, according to ''Irob Advocacy Association'', which prepared a list of the victims' names.<ref name="EEPA_No72_31Jan2021" />

	Tigrai TV reported 13 victims, members of the same family thrown in a river which coloured red; relatives were denied to bury the bodies and mourn.<ref>Tigrai TV, 3 October 2021: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6am6LnT99pw ግፍዓዊ ጨፍጫፍ ወረዳ ኢሮብ]</ref>

	==Lifestyle and culture==		==Lifestyle and culture==

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			{{Short description\|none}} Irob is a land located in the southern region of Eritrea, known for its rugged terrain, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant community of indigenous people. The land of Irob is predominantly inhabited by the Saho group of Eritrea, who have a unique history and traditions that have been passed down through generations.
	{{Short description\|Ethnic group of Tigray Region, Ethiopia}}

	[[Image:Kafna Village.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|Kafna Village.]]
			The Saho people of Irob are renowned for their strong sense of community, resilience, and commitment to their cultural identity. They have a deep connection to the land, which they have inhabited for centuries, and take great pride in preserving their traditions and customs.
	{{More citations needed\|date=January 2009}}

	The '''Irob people''' ([[Ge'ez alphabet\|Ge'ez]]: ኢሮብ ''ʾirōb'', also spelled Erob) are an ethnic group who live in a predominantly highland, mountainous area by the same name in northeastern [[Tigray Region]], Ethiopia. They speak the [[Saho language]]. Most of them profess the [[Catholic Church\|Catholic]] Christian religion and are mostly farmers.{{cn\|date=March 2024}} The etymology of the name Irob is debatable, but Irob's elders say that the term comes from the Saho word "Oroba", which means "welcome to our home". The boundaries of Irobland are, to an extent, identical to the [[Irob (woreda)\|Irob]] woreda; both are bordered by the following areas: Dabri-Mela to the north, Hado to the east, the [[Afar Region]] to the east and south, Shoumezana and [[Gulomahda\|Gulomakeda]] to the west, and [[Saesi Tsaedaemba]] to the south. The first two neighbors are Saho speakers and predominantly Muslim, the third are Muslim Afars, and the others are Tigrigna-speaking Christians.
			The history of the Saho people in Irob is a rich tapestry of stories, struggles, and triumphs. Over the years, they have faced various challenges, including conflicts with neighboring communities and invasions from external forces. However, through it all, the Saho people have remained united and resilient, relying on their strong sense of community and cultural heritage to overcome adversities.

			Today, the Saho people of Irob continue to uphold their traditions and customs, celebrating their cultural identity through music, dance, storytelling, and other forms of artistic expression. They are known for their intricate weaving techniques, traditional clothing, and delicious cuisine, which reflect the unique character of their community.

			Irob is not only a land of breathtaking beauty and diverse wildlife but also a living testament to the enduring spirit of the Saho people. Their history, culture, and traditions are an integral part of the fabric of Eritrean society, and their contributions to the country's heritage are celebrated and honored by all who visit this remarkable land.

	==History==		==History==

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	The '''Irob people''' ([[Ge'ez alphabet\|Ge'ez]]: ኢሮብ ''ʾirōb'', also spelled Erob) are an ethnic group who live in a predominantly highland, mountainous area by the same name in northeastern [[Tigray Region]], Ethiopia. They speak the [[Saho language]]. Most of them profess the [[Catholic Church\|~~catholic~~]] Christian religion and are mostly farmers.{{cn\|date=March 2024}} The etymology of the name Irob is debatable, but Irob's elders say that the term comes from the Saho word "Oroba", which means "welcome to our home". The boundaries of Irobland are, to an extent, identical to the [[Irob (woreda)\|Irob]] woreda; both are bordered by the following areas: Dabri-Mela to the north, Hado to the east, the [[Afar Region]] to the east and south, Shoumezana and [[Gulomahda\|Gulomakeda]] to the west, and [[Saesi Tsaedaemba]] to the south. The first two neighbors are Saho speakers and predominantly Muslim, the third are Muslim Afars, and the others are Tigrigna-speaking Christians.		The '''Irob people''' ([[Ge'ez alphabet\|Ge'ez]]: ኢሮብ ''ʾirōb'', also spelled Erob) are an ethnic group who live in a predominantly highland, mountainous area by the same name in northeastern [[Tigray Region]], Ethiopia. They speak the [[Saho language]]. Most of them profess the [[Catholic Church\|Catholic]] Christian religion and are mostly farmers.{{cn\|date=March 2024}} The etymology of the name Irob is debatable, but Irob's elders say that the term comes from the Saho word "Oroba", which means "welcome to our home". The boundaries of Irobland are, to an extent, identical to the [[Irob (woreda)\|Irob]] woreda; both are bordered by the following areas: Dabri-Mela to the north, Hado to the east, the [[Afar Region]] to the east and south, Shoumezana and [[Gulomahda\|Gulomakeda]] to the west, and [[Saesi Tsaedaemba]] to the south. The first two neighbors are Saho speakers and predominantly Muslim, the third are Muslim Afars, and the others are Tigrigna-speaking Christians.

	==History==		==History==

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	The '''Irob people''' ([[Ge'ez alphabet\|Ge'ez]]: ኢሮብ ''ʾirōb'', also spelled Erob) are an ethnic group who live in a predominantly highland, mountainous area by the same name in northeastern [[Tigray Region]], Ethiopia. They speak the [[Saho language]]. Most of them profess the [[Catholic Church\|catholic]] Christian religion and are mostly farmers.{{cn}} The etymology of the name Irob is debatable, but Irob's elders say that the term comes from the Saho word "Oroba", which means "welcome to our home". The boundaries of Irobland are, to an extent, identical to the [[Irob (woreda)\|Irob]] woreda; both are bordered by the following areas: Dabri-Mela to the north, Hado to the east, the [[Afar Region]] to the east and south, Shoumezana and [[Gulomahda\|Gulomakeda]] to the west, and [[Saesi Tsaedaemba]] to the south. The first two neighbors are Saho speakers and predominantly Muslim, the third are Muslim Afars, and the others are Tigrigna-speaking Christians.		The '''Irob people''' ([[Ge'ez alphabet\|Ge'ez]]: ኢሮብ ''ʾirōb'', also spelled Erob) are an ethnic group who live in a predominantly highland, mountainous area by the same name in northeastern [[Tigray Region]], Ethiopia. They speak the [[Saho language]]. Most of them profess the [[Catholic Church\|catholic]] Christian religion and are mostly farmers.{{cn\|date=March 2024}} The etymology of the name Irob is debatable, but Irob's elders say that the term comes from the Saho word "Oroba", which means "welcome to our home". The boundaries of Irobland are, to an extent, identical to the [[Irob (woreda)\|Irob]] woreda; both are bordered by the following areas: Dabri-Mela to the north, Hado to the east, the [[Afar Region]] to the east and south, Shoumezana and [[Gulomahda\|Gulomakeda]] to the west, and [[Saesi Tsaedaemba]] to the south. The first two neighbors are Saho speakers and predominantly Muslim, the third are Muslim Afars, and the others are Tigrigna-speaking Christians.

	==History==		==History==

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	The '''Irob people''' ([[Ge'ez alphabet\|Ge'ez]]: ኢሮብ ''ʾirōb'', also spelled Erob) are an ethnic group who live in a predominantly highland, mountainous area by the same name in northeastern [[Tigray Region]], Ethiopia. They speak the [[Saho language]]. Most of them profess the [[Catholic Church\|catholic]] Christian religion and are mostly farmers.~~<ref>~~{{~~Cite web\|url=https://joshuaproject.net/people_groups/14641/ET\|title=Saho, Irob in Ethiopia\|last=Joshua Project\|website=joshuaproject.net\|accessdate=Feb 2, 2021~~}}~~</ref>~~ The etymology of the name Irob is debatable, but Irob's elders say that the term comes from the Saho word "Oroba", which means "welcome to our home". The boundaries of Irobland are, to an extent, identical to the [[Irob (woreda)\|Irob]] woreda; both are bordered by the following areas: Dabri-Mela to the north, Hado to the east, the [[Afar Region]] to the east and south, Shoumezana and [[Gulomahda\|Gulomakeda]] to the west, and [[Saesi Tsaedaemba]] to the south. The first two neighbors are Saho speakers and predominantly Muslim, the third are Muslim Afars, and the others are Tigrigna-speaking Christians.		The '''Irob people''' ([[Ge'ez alphabet\|Ge'ez]]: ኢሮብ ''ʾirōb'', also spelled Erob) are an ethnic group who live in a predominantly highland, mountainous area by the same name in northeastern [[Tigray Region]], Ethiopia. They speak the [[Saho language]]. Most of them profess the [[Catholic Church\|catholic]] Christian religion and are mostly farmers.{{cn}} The etymology of the name Irob is debatable, but Irob's elders say that the term comes from the Saho word "Oroba", which means "welcome to our home". The boundaries of Irobland are, to an extent, identical to the [[Irob (woreda)\|Irob]] woreda; both are bordered by the following areas: Dabri-Mela to the north, Hado to the east, the [[Afar Region]] to the east and south, Shoumezana and [[Gulomahda\|Gulomakeda]] to the west, and [[Saesi Tsaedaemba]] to the south. The first two neighbors are Saho speakers and predominantly Muslim, the third are Muslim Afars, and the others are Tigrigna-speaking Christians.

	==History==		==History==

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	==History==		==History==
	[[Image:Irob boys in Alitena.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|Irob boys in [[Alitena]].]] The capital (traditional center) of Irob is [[Alitena]]. Irobs trace their lineage to one man, Summe, son of Neguse Worede-Mehret, who according to the Irob oral history, migrated to the Irobland from Tsira'e in [[Kilite Awla'elo]], a part of Tigray, about 700 years ago.<ref>{{Cite web\|title=History of Irob Short History of Irob... - ኣዱሓ ኢሮብ ዳይሎ Konjo Erob Boys & Girls {{!}} Facebook\|url=~~https://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:Q-D_fLVEnEYJ:~~https://www.facebook.com/Dekierob/posts/history-of-irobshort-history-of-irob-peopleas-most-of-the-history-of-african-peo/1889556737961936/~~%20&cd=2&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=us~~\|access-date=2021-01-02\|website=~~webcache~~.~~googleusercontent~~.com}}</ref>		[[Image:Irob boys in Alitena.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|Irob boys in [[Alitena]].]] The capital (traditional center) of Irob is [[Alitena]]. Irobs trace their lineage to one man, Summe, son of Neguse Worede-Mehret, who according to the Irob oral history, migrated to the Irobland from Tsira'e in [[Kilite Awla'elo]], a part of Tigray, about 700 years ago.<ref>{{Cite web\|title=History of Irob Short History of Irob... - ኣዱሓ ኢሮብ ዳይሎ Konjo Erob Boys & Girls {{!}} Facebook\|url=https://www.facebook.com/Dekierob/posts/history-of-irobshort-history-of-irob-peopleas-most-of-the-history-of-african-peo/1889556737961936/\|access-date=2021-01-02\|website=www.facebook.com}}</ref>

	Despite their relatively small population, the Irob have been at the forefront of regional and national politics in Ethiopia. Starting with the [[Zemene Mesafint]], the Irob family of [[Ethiopian aristocratic and court titles\|Shum]] Agame Woldu dominated Tigrayan politics. The dynasty included [[Dejazmach]] [[Sabagadis\|Subagadis]] (whose rule extended to present-day Eritrea), Shum Agame Desta, Ras [[Sebhat Aregawi]], and many others including Emperor [[Yohannes IV]].		Despite their relatively small population, the Irob have been at the forefront of regional and national politics in Ethiopia. Starting with the [[Zemene Mesafint]], the Irob family of [[Ethiopian aristocratic and court titles\|Shum]] Agame Woldu dominated Tigrayan politics. The dynasty included [[Dejazmach]] [[Sabagadis\|Subagadis]] (whose rule extended to present-day Eritrea), Shum Agame Desta, Ras [[Sebhat Aregawi]], and many others including Emperor [[Yohannes IV]].

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	[[Image:Assimba mountain in the distance.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|[[Mount Assimba]] from a distance.]][[Image:Aiga Village.JPG\|thumb\|300px\|Aiga Village.]] Moreover, the Irobland proper, particularly around the Assimba and Aiga localities, served as a base for several Ethiopian revolutionary movements, including EPRP and the [[Tigray People's Liberation Front]](TPLF). Aiga is also the location of significant battles during the Ethio-Eritrean border war (1998–2000), which ultimately led to the removal of occupying Eritrean forces from the region.		[[Image:Assimba mountain in the distance.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|[[Mount Assimba]] from a distance.]][[Image:Aiga Village.JPG\|thumb\|300px\|Aiga Village.]] Moreover, the Irobland proper, particularly around the Assimba and Aiga localities, served as a base for several Ethiopian revolutionary movements, including EPRP and the [[Tigray People's Liberation Front]](TPLF). Aiga is also the location of significant battles during the Ethio-Eritrean border war (1998–2000), which ultimately led to the removal of occupying Eritrean forces from the region.

		⚫	In early January 2021 during the [[Tigray War]] at least 52 civilians (50 men, 2 women) were [[extrajudicial killing\|extrajudicially killed]] in Irob by Eritrean soldiers, according to ''Irob Advocacy Association'', which prepared a list of the victims' names.<ref name="EEPA_No72_31Jan2021" />
	===Tigray War massacre===
⚫	In early January 2021 during the [[Tigray War]] at least 52 civilians (50 men, 2 women) were [[extrajudicial killing\|extrajudicially killed]] in Irob in ~~their~~ ~~homes and backyards~~, according to ''Irob Advocacy Association'', which prepared a list of the victims' names.<ref name="EEPA_No72_31Jan2021" />

	Tigrai TV reported 13 victims, members of the same family thrown in a river which coloured red; relatives were denied to bury the bodies and mourn.<ref>Tigrai TV, 3 October 2021: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6am6LnT99pw ግፍዓዊ ጨፍጫፍ ወረዳ ኢሮብ]</ref>		Tigrai TV reported 13 victims, members of the same family thrown in a river which coloured red; relatives were denied to bury the bodies and mourn.<ref>Tigrai TV, 3 October 2021: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6am6LnT99pw ግፍዓዊ ጨፍጫፍ ወረዳ ኢሮብ]</ref>

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	{{Short description\|Ethnic group of ~~Tigray~~ ~~Region,~~ Ethiopia}}		{{Short description\|Ethnic group native to Eritrea and Ethiopia}}
	[[Image:Kafna Village.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|Kafna Village.]]		[[Image:Kafna Village.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|Kafna Village.]]
	{{More citations needed\|date=January 2009}}		{{More citations needed\|date=January 2009}}