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international-affairs2 years ago

DRC President Tshisekedi Urges UN Peacekeepers to Depart, Plans Embassy Move to Jerusalem

President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo has called for an accelerated withdrawal of the United Nations peacekeeping mission, MONUSCO, due to its failure to rein in rebel groups and bring peace to the country. Anti-UN protests have turned violent, with dozens of civilians killed. Tshisekedi stated that the withdrawal was necessary to ease tensions and end the conflict between the Congolese people and the mission. Talks are underway to quicken MONUSCO's exit, beginning at the end of the year, despite an earlier withdrawal deadline of December 2024. The DRC will hold general elections in late December amid threats of unrest from armed militias.

via CNN|
#anti-un-protests#drc#international-affairs
international-affairs2 years ago

Congo President Urges UN Peacekeepers to Depart in 2021

Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi has instructed his government to expedite the withdrawal of the United Nations peacekeeping mission, MONUSCO, in order to begin the process by the end of this year. The mission has faced criticism for its failure to protect civilians against armed groups, leading to deadly protests. President Tshisekedi expressed disappointment in the mission's inability to address rebellions and armed conflicts, prompting him to initiate discussions with the UN for an accelerated withdrawal, moving the start from December 2024 to December 2023.

via Reuters|
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international-affairs2 years ago

"UN Peacekeepers Hasten Withdrawal from Insecure Mali Amid Escalating Violence"

The United Nations' peacekeeping mission in Mali, known as MINUSMA, has accelerated its withdrawal from the city of Ber due to deteriorating security. The move comes amid escalating tensions between Mali's military government and the rebel Coordination of Azawad Movements (CMA). The CMA has accused Malian forces and Russian Wagner Group troops of violating a ceasefire, while Mali's army claims that armed terrorist groups killed six of its soldiers. The UN's departure raises concerns about a potential resurgence of a separatist uprising in Mali, a country plagued by unrest since 2012.

via Al Jazeera English|
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international-relations2 years ago

UN Votes to End Peacekeeping Mission in Mali Amid Junta Pressure

The UN Security Council has unanimously voted to end its peacekeeping mission in Mali, following a demand from the country's military junta. The junta, which has brought in mercenaries from Russia's Wagner Group to combat an Islamic insurgency, has strained relations with the international community. The French-drafted resolution terminates the mandate of the peacekeeping mission, known as MINUSMA, and orders the withdrawal of over 15,000 personnel by the end of the year. The decision has raised concerns about increasing instability and humanitarian needs in the region, as well as the partnership with the Wagner Group. The UN mission played a critical role in mediating between the Malian government and separatist Tuareg rebels, and its withdrawal may lead to a resumption of hostilities.

via Euronews|
#international-relations#junta#mali
international-relations2 years ago

Mali terminates UN peacekeeping mission, boosting Wagner's influence

The UN Security Council has unanimously voted to terminate the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) and transfer security responsibilities to Mali's transitional government. The mission will begin drawing down its presence on Saturday and completely withdraw from Mali by January 1, 2024. The UN Secretary-General called for the transitional government's cooperation in ensuring an orderly and safe withdrawal. However, concerns have been raised about the reduced financial commitment for the drawdown process. The withdrawal comes amid a fragile security situation in the Sahel region, and some Council members have expressed the need to address the presence of armed actors. Mali's government has pledged full support and will work to protect civilians across the country.

via UN News|
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international-relations2 years ago

Mali demands immediate withdrawal of UN peacekeeping mission.

Mali's foreign minister has called for the UN Security Council to withdraw the peacekeeping mission in the country "without delay," citing its failure to respond to security challenges and exacerbating community tensions. The government is willing to cooperate with the UN on this issue but rejects all options for changing the mandate of the mission proposed by the UN secretary-general. The UN chief had recommended an intermediate solution to "reconfigure" the mission to concentrate on a limited number of priorities.

via FRANCE 24 English|
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