The Zambian army chief, Leujalo Musengulo said on Tuesday his government would not allow the UNITA rebel movement of Jonas Savimbi to carry out armed activities against Angola from its territory. Musengulo, according to media reports, made the announcement in Angola where he was holding talks with Joao de Matos, the Angolan Armed Forces (FAA) chief of staff. The two army chiefs discussed military activities that would allow for the defence of their common border with the aim of preventing any movement by UNITA forces along the border. The generals also discussed the tensions that exist between the two governments, added the reports.
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