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The UN Security Council strongly condemned the attack on MINUSCA peacekeepers that killed a Kenyan soldier in CAR. They warned that such attacks are war crimes and called for immediate investigations. The Council also raised concerns about illegal arms networks fueling violence in the region. Full support was reaffirmed for MINUSCA’s mission to stabilize CAR.

Key Points: UN Security Council Condemns Deadly Attack on MINUSCA Peacekeepers

  • UN condemns deadly attack on MINUSCA patrol in Central African Republic
  • Urges swift investigation and accountability
  • Warns of sanctions for targeting peacekeepers
  • Highlights threat of illicit arms smuggling networks
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UN Security Council condemns attack on peacekeeping mission in Central African Republic

UN Security Council denounces Tabani attack killing Kenyan peacekeeper, warns of war crimes and sanctions for perpetrators.

"Attacks against peacekeepers constitute war crimes under international humanitarian law. – UN Security Council"

New York, March 31

The United Nations Security Council has strongly condemned the recent attack on the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) in the village of Tabani, located 24 kilometres west of Zemio in the Haut-Mbomou prefecture, which resulted in the death of a Kenyan peacekeeper.

The Council also denounced the targeting of peacekeepers during long-range patrols aimed at protecting civilians.

In a statement, the Security Council reaffirmed that attacks against peacekeepers constitute war crimes under international humanitarian law. It urged the government of the Central African Republic to swiftly investigate the incident with support from MINUSCA and to ensure accountability by bringing those responsible to justice, in line with Security Council Resolutions 2518 (2020) and 2589 (2021).

The statement warned that involvement in attacks against peacekeepers may lead to sanctions under relevant UN Security Council resolutions. It also expressed deep concern over reports of illicit transnational smuggling networks that continue to fund and supply armed groups in the Central African Republic, stressing the need to address these threats.

Council members reiterated their full support for MINUSCA, its troop-contributing countries, and the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for the Central African Republic, Valentine Rugwabiza, in their efforts to achieve lasting peace and stability. (ANI/ WAM)

- ANI

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Tyler R.
Heartbreaking news. These peacekeepers risk their lives daily to protect civilians. The international community needs to do more to support MINUSCA's mission. RIP to the fallen hero. 🇺🇳
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Aisha K.
While I fully support peacekeeping efforts, I wonder if the UN needs to reconsider some tactics. These long-range patrols seem to make peacekeepers vulnerable targets. Maybe more local engagement would be safer?
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James L.
The sanctions threat is good but needs actual enforcement. How many times have we heard this warning before? Action speaks louder than words.
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Sophie M.
My thoughts are with the family of the Kenyan peacekeeper. These attacks must stop! The international arms smuggling networks fueling this violence need to be dismantled urgently.
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Kwame B.
The CAR government needs to step up. Can't just rely on UN peacekeepers forever. When will we see real local capacity building?
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Elena T.
This is why we need stronger international cooperation. These armed groups operate across borders - no single country can stop them alone. More intelligence sharing please!

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