Félix Tshisekedi orders stronger protection for civilians in DR Congo
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Beto
President Félix Tshisekedi issued new instructions to defence and security force leaders after an assessment of the national situation, particularly in the provinces of North Kivu and South Kivu. The meeting of the High Defence Council addressed military operations and civilian protection, according to the Presidency of the Republic and FARDC spokesman General Sylvain Ekenge.
Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi ordered the heads of the defence and security forces to strengthen the protection of the territory, civilians and their property in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The instructions particularly concern North Kivu and South Kivu, where armed groups are operating, according to the Presidency of the Republic.
The participants also examined the operational situation of military units deployed in the various conflict zones, according to FARDC spokesman General Sylvain Ekenge. The meeting focused on assessing the security situation across the country.
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