The article highlights the escalating tensions in eastern Congo, driven by the offensive of the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group. U.N. officials warn that the conflict could spill over into neighboring regions, posing a threat to overall peace. Special envoys from the U.N. emphasize the need for urgent measures from the Security Council to restore stability. They stress the importance of maintaining Congo's sovereignty and call for an immediate cessation of hostilities to facilitate diplomatic negotiations. French officials are advocating for a draft resolution aimed at reinforcing these crucial objectives.
It is imperative that this council takes urgent and decisive steps to avert a wider regional war," said Bintou Keita, U.N. special envoy for Congo.
The risk of a regional war is increasing each day, he said.
The seizure of major cities in eastern Congo by the M23 rebel group in recent weeks and statements by key parties show that the risk of a regional conflagration is more real today than ever before.
France's U.N. Ambassador Nicolas De Riviere urged the council to quickly adopt a draft resolution circulated by his country.
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