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Press Statement
Richard Boucher
Washington, DC
February 23, 2002


Death of Jonas Savimbi, Angolan Rebel Leader of UNITA

Jonas Savimbi has been killed in an Angolan Armed Forces (FAA) offensive in Moxico Province.  The death of the UNITA (National Union for the Total Independence of Angola) leader is yet another casualty in a war that should have ended long ago.  We call upon both sides, in conjunction with the peaceful opposition, civil sectors and international community, to fulfill their obligation to bring peace to the Angolan people.  The United States remains committed to achieving peace and equitable development in Angola.

President Bush is meeting on Tuesday, February 26 with Presidents dos Santos of Angola, Chissano of Mozambique, and Mogae of Botswana.  Among the objectives of this summit is to discuss how the leaders, in conjunction with the United States, can help achieve peace in the region, including in Angola

Released on February 23, 2002

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