From Howell
17,000 UN security troops are unable to protect Congo's civilians as they flee from rebel's attacks. Thousands of civilians are fleeing their homes in fear of attack. Civilians have resorted to throwing rocks and Molotov Cocktails in order to protect themselves. The recent attacks come after a week-long cease fire between the UN and the rebel army groups. Situations like this are not uncommon, since 1998, 5.4 million people have died because of this conflict-- roughly 45,000 people every month.
The current state of Africa absolutely amazes me- 5.4 million people... seriously?! 45,000 people a month-how do we not hear about this on an everyday basis? Our soldiers are fighting wars overseas for (arguably) just causes, by choice. These people are fighting for themselves, for basic survival needs. Society has been evolving for +2000 years, and there is still this degree of violence that leads people to fight for basic human life. It is (semi) comforting to see that the UN has stepped in, however it does not seem like they are able to make much of a difference in the peace-keeping. This article makes me feel helpless... Obviously something needs to be done, but what?
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