Félix Tshisekedi Returns to DRC and Calls for a Defense Council Meeting Amid Escalating Conflicts
President Félix Tshisekedi is set to return to Kinshasa this Thursday evening after his participation in the World Economic Forum in Davos, where he unveiled the ambitious “Green Corridor Kivu-Kinshasa” project to combat climate change and promote sustainable development in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Sources from ACTUALITE.CD report that starting tomorrow on Friday, he will preside over a meeting of the National Defense Council followed by the Council of Ministers, against the backdrop of a particularly tense security situation in the eastern part of the country.
Security Situation in Eastern DRC
Amidst the ongoing conflicts in the North and South Kivu provinces, President Félix Tshisekedi and the Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC) are heavily engaged in intense battles against the M23 rebels. The fighting, centered around areas like Sake, about twenty kilometers from Goma, and Minova in the Kalehe territory, continues to result in massive displacements of populations and a worsening humanitarian crisis.
Political Response to the Crisis
In response to the escalating situation, Vital Kamerhe, the President of the National Assembly, has decided to cut short his official mission in Can Tho, Vietnam, to return to Kinshasa in the coming hours. Sources close to his office indicate that this decision is aimed at supporting the efforts of the President and the FARDC in combating the rebel forces in the region.
Military and Diplomatic Efforts
The Congolese authorities have ramped up both their military operations and diplomatic initiatives to stabilize the areas under pressure. The intensification of efforts seeks to address the security challenges and restore peace in the conflict-affected regions.
Humanitarian Impact
The continued violence in the eastern DRC not only poses a threat to the security of the population but also exacerbates the already dire humanitarian situation in the region. The displacement of civilians and the deteriorating living conditions underscore the urgent need for a comprehensive response to the crisis.
As the DRC grapples with these challenges, the leadership’s swift actions and coordinated efforts are crucial in addressing the security threats and advancing towards sustainable peace and development in the country.