Diplomacy Key to Ending Crisis in Eastern DR Congo: UN Peacekeeping Chief
January 31, 2025
United Nations, New York – Diplomacy is crucial to resolving the ongoing crisis in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), according to UN peacekeeping chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix.
Speaking at a Security Council briefing on Monday, Lacroix said that the situation in the country remains “volatile and unpredictable.” Armed groups continue to operate in the region, and civilians continue to bear the brunt of violence.
“The conflict in eastern DRC is a complex one with deep-rooted causes,” Lacroix said. “There is no easy or quick solution, but we believe that diplomacy is essential.”
Lacroix called on all parties to the conflict to engage in dialogue and work towards a peaceful resolution. He also urged the international community to provide support for diplomatic efforts.
The Security Council has been closely following the situation in eastern DRC. In December 2022, the Council adopted Resolution 2666, which called for an end to the violence and the protection of civilians.
The resolution also authorized the deployment of a new regional force to help stabilize the region. The force, known as the East African Standby Force, is expected to be operational by the end of the year.
The deployment of the regional force is seen as a key step towards ending the crisis in eastern DRC. However, Lacroix stressed that diplomacy will be essential to achieving a lasting peace.
“The international community must remain engaged and support diplomatic efforts to find a political solution to the crisis,” Lacroix said. “Only through diplomacy can we hope to achieve a lasting peace in eastern DRC.”
Additional Information
- The crisis in eastern DRC has been ongoing for decades. The region has been plagued by armed conflict, ethnic violence, and human rights abuses.
- The UN peacekeeping mission in the DRC, known as MONUSCO, has been in place since 1999. MONUSCO has a mandate to protect civilians, support the government, and promote peace.
- The East African Standby Force is a regional force that is being deployed to help stabilize eastern DRC. The force is composed of troops from Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, and Uganda.
Diplomacy key to ending crisis in eastern DR Congo: UN peacekeeping chief
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