The Force Commander of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO), Lieutenant General Ulisses De Mesquita Gomes, visited the Kenya 5th Quick Reaction Force (KENQRF 5) in Mambasa, Ituri Province, and commended the contingent for its contribution to civilian protection and stability. The visit came as KENQRF 5 concluded approximately two months of Static Combat Deployment in Mambasa, during which the contingent conducted targeted offensive operations against armed groups, supported humanitarian initiatives, mentored local security forces, and contributed to Ebola prevention efforts. The Force Commander emphasized that protecting civilians in complex conflict environments requires decisive operations, community engagement, support to local security structures, and protection of essential services.
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