Zaire Peace Talks May Begin Despite Rebuff

Thu., Feb. 20, 1997

Compiled From Wire Services

Zaire rejected a U.N. proposal to end its civil war, describing it as a “timid advance” that fails to condemn neighboring African countries for militarily supporting the rebels.

Nevertheless, South African President Nelson Mandela said the two sides may begin peace talks as early as today.

“The contending parties in that conflict … have made a request that they would like to meet in South Africa,” Mandela said after holding talks with African leaders.

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