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Zawya
27-06-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Strongly Condemns Attack on United Nations (UN) Mission in Central African Republic
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the attack targeting the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), near the town of Birao, which resulted in the death of a Zambian peacekeeper and the injury of another. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) underscored the UAE's strong condemnation of these criminal and terrorist acts, and its permanent rejection of all forms of violence, extremism and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability. The Ministry reaffirmed that targeting UN and humanitarian missions constitutes a blatant violation of the principles of international law and UN Security Council Resolution 1701, stressing the UAE's full support for the vital role of MINUSCA in promoting security and stability in the Central African Republic. The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the family of the victim, and to the government and people of Zambia, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for the injured peacekeeper. The Ministry further expressed its solidarity with the United Nations and its humanitarian missions, and the countries contributing to international efforts aimed at achieving peace and stability in the region and worldwide. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Zawya
27-06-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
Upcoming elections ‘crucial opportunity' for Central African Republic, UN top official tells Security Council
December's local, legislative and presidential elections 'represent a crucial opportunity' to strengthen democratic governance, promote reconciliation and consolidate stability, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations told ambassadors in the Security Council. The timely holding of presidential and legislative elections is a constitutional requirement, and the Government has consistently demonstrated its commitment to holding local elections, he added. Although the final electoral roll is currently delayed due to technical difficulties, national authorities, supported by the UN peacekeeping mission, MINUSCA, have made significant efforts to advance the revision of the electoral register through nationwide registration. 'This process took place without major security incidents, reflecting effective collaboration between the Central African national defence forces and MINUSCA, as well as public interest in engaging with the political process,' said Mr. Lacroix. Challenges remain Although the 19 April agreement between the government and leaders of various opposition armed groups aimed to end hostilities in the country, violence – primarily perpetrated by armed groups and militias – continues to undermine stability. 'The security situation remains fragile in border regions,' said Mr. Lacroix, noting the spillover effects of the conflict in neighbouring Sudan. Last week, a Zambian peacekeeper was killed when suspected Sudanese armed elements opened fire on a MINUSCA patrol responding to reports of an attack against civilians in the north-east of the country. Mr. Lacroix also informed the Security Council of human rights and humanitarian concerns. Though progress has been made in advancing judicial accountability, notably by the Special Criminal Court, a lack of funding is expected to jeopardise the Court's operations by September. In addition, as urgent needs continue to outpace available resources, 'the humanitarian situation remains dire,' said Mr. Lacroix, calling for strong support for lifesaving humanitarian assistance. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of UN News.
Washington Post
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Washington Post
UN peacekeeper killed in attack by armed men in Central African Republic
DAKAR, Senegal — A United Nations peacekeeper was killed during an attack by armed men in Central African Republic , the UN said on Tuesday as the Security Council expressed concerns over growing attacks against peacekeepers in the country. A Zambian peacekeeper was killed Friday when suspected Sudanese armed groups attacked a U.N. peacekeeping patrol team close to the country's northern border with Sudan in the village of Am-Sissia 1, according to a statement from the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
