Title: The security situation in eastern DRC: Félix Tshisekedi announces a rise in power of the Congolese armed forces
Introduction :
In a recent interview broadcast on the Congolese National Radio and Television, the President of the Republic Félix Tshisekedi spoke about the worrying security situation in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). He spoke of a rise in power of the Congolese armed forces on the battlefield in recent times. In this article, we will come back to the statements of President Tshisekedi and analyze the security situation in this region.
President Tshisekedi points the finger at the Rwandan army:
During his televised intervention, Félix Tshisekedi affirmed that the Rwandan army took advantage of the “weaknesses” of the Congolese authorities to maintain instability in the east of the country through repeated attacks. However, he stresses that the Rwandan army is not braver or more reckless than the Congolese armed forces. According to President Tshisekedi, their growing power and their more assertive presence on the ground are signs of determination to face this external threat.
Goma’s resilience and trust in government:
Faced with the prophets of doom who predicted the fall of the city of Goma, capital of North Kivu, President Tshisekedi reassures the Congolese people by affirming that this city will not fall. He calls on Congolese to trust the government and believe in the country’s ability to resist and overcome security challenges. This declaration aims to strengthen the confidence of the Congolese people in the government’s commitment to ensuring the security of its citizens.
Increased surveillance through technology:
Felix Tshisekedi also pointed out that thanks to technological advances and recent acquisitions, he no longer needs to travel to the field to follow the fighting in real time. As supreme commander of the Congolese armed forces, he can observe the situation from his headquarters, which allows him to make more informed strategic decisions and coordinate operations according to developments on the ground.
Conclusion :
The rise of the Congolese armed forces on the ground, announced by President Félix Tshisekedi, is a firm response to the instability maintained by the Rwandan army in eastern DRC. The determination displayed by the Congolese government to ensure the safety of its citizens and to protect the affected areas sends a strong message to the Congolese people. However, much remains to be done to restore lasting peace to this troubled region