Politics & Government

Lusaka Protocol Signed Ending Angolan Civil War

The Angolan government and the UNITA rebels signed the Lusaka Protocol in Zambia to formally end nearly two decades of civil war in Angola, which had persisted since 1975. The agreement was the culmination of numerous peace talks and negotiations facilitated by the international community, recognizing the need for stability in the war-torn nation. The Lusaka Protocol aimed to disarm UNITA, create a new constitution, and organize democratic elections. However, localized fighting resumed the following year, indicating ongoing tensions.

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