The UN Security Council has called for an immediate halt to the fighting in the DRC. In a resolution adopted on Friday, it urged an all-inclusive political dialogue leading to national reconciliation and free and fair elections.
The resolution expressed the Council's willingness to consider
active UN involvement in implementing a ceasefire agreement. Urging respect for human rights in the country, the Council also called for an international investigation into allegations of massacres in the country.
It said there should be safe and unhindered access to provide humanitarian assistance where necessary. The Council recommended holding a conference on the Great Lakes region, under the auspices of the UN and OAU.
A commentary on DRC state television on Sunday welcomed the resolution, saying it was "better late than never".
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