Angola Intervenes Militarily to Support Kabila Government

Angolan forces deploy to Congo supporting government against Rwandan-backed rebels

Regional War Correspondent news 1 min read
Angola Intervenes Militarily to Support Kabila Government

Angola deployed significant military forces to support Laurent Kabila’s government, fundamentally altering the balance of power in the Second Congo War.

“We cannot allow instability in Congo to threaten our own security and regional peace.”

— Angolan Defense Minister

Angola’s intervention prevented rebel victory and prolonged the devastating conflict.