The summit, held on January 31, in Harare, condemned the actions of the M23 armed group and RDF, saying these attacks violated the ceasefire agreement brokered through the Luanda Process in July It claimed that the SADC-backed force, alongside its coalition partners, including the Burundian armed forces, the FDLR, and European mercenaries, is central to the ongoing instability. Rwanda further dismissed the argument that SAMIDRC was invited by the DRC, stating that the mission's involvement has expanded beyond fighting the M23 to attacking Rwanda itself, as indicated by intelligence reports and evidence of preparations for cross-border attacks.
Rwanda reiterated its consistent advocacy for a political solution to the crisis and expressed support for the proposed joint summit of the East African Community EAC and SADC to discuss future steps. The summit reaffirmed that it is committed to a diplomatic resolution to the conflict, supporting efforts like the Luanda and Nairobi processes.
SADC called for a joint summit with the EAC to address the security situation and ensure the safety of peacekeeping forces. The summit also mandated its Organ Troika on Politics, Defence, and Security Cooperation to initiate a ceasefire process and facilitate the flow of humanitarian support to affected communities. It also reaffirmed its solidarity with the DRC in its pursuit of sovereignty, security, and sustainable peace. Top Stories Today Ruto orders removal of green channel as Garissa passport office re-opens Traders operating illegally along Kilifi highways ordered to relocate Israel asks army to prepare plan for Palestinians to "voluntarily" leave Gaza Impersonating a doctor could cost you Sh5 million β Council Sweden mass shooting: Multiple nationalities among victims EPRA and KEBS defend fuel standards in the country following concerns.
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