U.N., Italy clash over Somalia mission

Article Abstract:

The UN dismissed Gen Bruno Loi, the leader of the Italian force in Somalia, because he refused to follow an order to engage in conflict with warlord Mohammed Farah Aidid. The firing of Loi highlighted the increasing dissension about the UN's role in Somalia. Other Somalia news is detailed.

Italy, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, International relations, United Nations, Italian foreign relations, Somali foreign relations, Loi, Bruno

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U.S. marines capture arms depot

Article Abstract:

US marines participating in Operation Restore Hope raided an arms depot on Jan 7, 1993, that belonged to Mohammed Farah Aidid. The Mogadishu depot was one of several camps where Aidid's militia had agreed to store their arms after the arrival of the marines.

Military policy, Operation Restore Hope, 1992-, Aidid, Mohammed Farah

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Cease-fire takes hold

Article Abstract:

The cease-fire that began Mar 3, 1992, under arrangements made by the United Nations has subdued the civil war. Fifty United Nations observers will monitor the cease-fire. Emergency food shipments began on April 30, 1992.

Armistices

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