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The United States and Belgium acted within international law and in accordance with international practice when carrying out their rescue operation in the Congo. The Stanleyville, Congo group's policy of holding civilian hostages in order to advance its military fortunes is entirely contrary to international morality. When it became clear that negotiation was impossible, both governments took the only course compatible with their responsibility for the safety of their nationals. For the sake of the Congolese themselves, for the safety of those foreigners remaining in the country and for the political influence of the West, it is essential to recognize the Congo as predominantly an African problem. This does not mean that it can or should be ignored, but its solution has always depended on African mediation. Military intervention can only postpone and further complicate such a solution.

Presents a case study on urban combat in 1997 Civil War in the Republic of Congo. Outline of the political history that led to the civil war; Account of the fighting between the Cobras and Zulu militia; Evacuation operations done by foreign countries; Tactical operations employed by both militias; Weapon system of the pre-war Congolese Republic Army.

The article presents news briefs for the week of December 12, 1964. Particular attention is given to the domestic and foreign policies of the U.S. Article topics include Africa's anti-U.S. attitude after the U.S. airlifted Belgian paratroopers out of harms way while fighting in Africa, the rebellions in Congo, the administration of U.S. president Lyndon B. Johnson, as well as the employment of Central Intelligence Agency head John A. McCone.

Focuses on the criticism raised by the former United States Defense Secretary Frank Carlucci on the accuracy of a movie that alleges his complicity in the assassination of a Congo leader. Military background of Carlucci; Comments on the U.S. policy in Congo.

Offers a look at how King Leopold II, monarch of Belgium used diplomatic maneuvering to gain control of the Congo region in the eighteenth century. How Leopold showed his interest in Africa; Initiatives taken by Leopold to control the Congo region; Forms of mistreatment practiced by his soldiers on Congo natives.