Concern was addressed during the AU summit over countries keeping a united stance to end the Ivorian crisis. Mr. Ban said at the summit, “ We must preserve our unified position, act together, and stand firm against Mr Gbagbo's attempt to hang onto power through the use of force." However, there are split opinions forming over supporting Mr. Ouattara as the president-elect while Mr. Gbagbo still has control of the countries military. Although the UN has already recognized Mr. Ouattara as the current president, countries are allowing Mr. Gbagbo to call for a recount in vote because there is a reluctance towards violence and supporting Mr. Ouattara with other countries’ military backing.
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Kathleen Fultz
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