The following article highlights the declaration of the commander of the 34th military region, Major General Bruno Mpezo Mbele, during a meeting with representatives of youth associations and citizen movements in Goma. In this statement, the commander calls on the population, especially the youth, to trust the army and avoid any manipulation that could benefit the enemy.
Major General Mbele highlights the role of psychological operations and operational information in social media, saying the youth are being manipulated to act according to the enemy’s expectations. He warns of the consequences of these manipulations which could lead to tensions between the population and the security forces.
To rebuild trust between young people and the army, the commander of the 34th military region calls for rapprochement and mutual support. He assures young people that all territories still occupied by rebels will be liberated and asks for their support to win this war.
In a context marked by the events of August 30 as well as the persistent insecurity in the neighborhoods, this meeting between the commander of the 34th military region and representatives of young people and citizen movements aims to reestablish a relationship of trust and to promote close collaboration to ensure the safety of the population.
This declaration highlights the importance of civil-military collaboration in the fight against insecurity and enemy manipulation. She emphasizes the need for the population, particularly the youth, to support the security forces and not fall into the traps of manipulation.
In conclusion, it is essential to strengthen collaboration between the army and civil society to face security challenges. Mutual trust and support from the population are key elements to guarantee the success of this fight against insecurity.