African Union summit opens, overshadowed by DR Congo conflict
As Rwandan-backed forces seize control of key cities, the African Union summit opens this Saturday, with the Democratic Republic of Congo's president absent and urgent calls for decisive action.
African Union leaders convene for summit in Ethiopia
African leaders deliberate on state of peace and security, African Continental Free Trade Area, and institutional reforms to bloc, among other strategic matters - Anadolu Ajansı
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As the crisis in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo reaches a critical juncture, pressure is mounting on the African Union Peace and Security Council to take decisive action when government leaders attend the 38th Summit of Heads of State and Government meeting on February 14.
DRC conflict | DRC president misses AU summit amid escalating violence
The absence of the president of the Democratic Republic of Congo at the recent meeting has raised concerns. WATCH: DRC conflict | Discussion | DRC senator comments on South Africa's role The escalating violence in the eastern region of the DRC as the country fights a proxy war with Rwanda must have played a significant role in this decision.
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African leaders meeting in Addis Ababa hope to find fresh solutions to the conflicts plaguing the continent. Sudan and DRC are top on the agenda, while the AU commission is also set to vote for a new chairperson.
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