A fragile chance for peace in Central Africa
25. Februar 2009 | Von atsil | Kategorie:English Read the WorldThe unlikely partnership between Rwandan and Congolese forces, which led to the capture of the warlord leader Laurent Nkunda, is a good sign for the war-torn region.
Yet there have to be trade-offs. If Congo asks for Nkunda’s extradition, it should expect to be asked to turn over Hutu criminals from the Rwandan genocide still hiding in Congolese territory.
International oversight to ensure that there is give and take is the only way to create stability in the region. Adding more troops to the UN mission may dampen the violence but does not create peace.
Continue reading: A fragile chance for peace in Central Africa (The Boston Globe)
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