At Least 36 Killed in Ethiopian Church Collapse

At Least 36 Killed in Ethiopian Church Collapse
Above: The aftermath of collapsed scaffolding at the Areti Mariam Church in Arerti, Ethiopia, on Oct. 1, 2025. Image copyright: Samuel Getachew/picture alliance/Getty Images

The Spin

Narrative A

While heartfelt condolences go out to the families of the victims of this tragic incident, moving forward, all existing safety regulations at construction sites will be strictly enforced to prevent such tragedies from occurring again.

Narrative B

Despite being Africa's second-most populous nation, Ethiopia has virtually no comprehensive health and safety regulations in place. As a result, accidents like this are tragically common and occur with alarming frequency.

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