A resolution condemning the escalating violence, the gross violation of human rights and attacks against civilians, and the attempt to overthrow a democratically elected government in Sierra Leone.

Summary

Urges the President and the Secretary of State to give high priority to aiding in the resolution of the conflict in Sierra Leone and to bringing stability to West Africa. Condemns: (1) atrocities committed by the Armed Forces Revolutionary Council (AFRC) and the Revolutionary United Front (RUF) throughout the conflict; and (2) specified external actors for contributing to the cycle of violence by providing assistance to AFRC or RUF. Supports: (1) continued efforts by the regional peacekeeping force, the Economic Community Monitoring Group (ECOMOG), to restore peace and security and to defend the democratically elected Government of Sierra Leone; (2) appropriate U.S. logistical, medical, and political support for ECOMOG; and (3) the people of Sierra Leone in their quest for a democratic, prosperous, and reconciled society. Recognizes that basic improvements in ECOMOG's performance regarding human rights and personnel management would improve its effectiveness. Calls for: (1) an immediate cessation of hostilities and respect for human rights; and (2) all members of the conflict to engage in dialogue to bring about a long-term solution.

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• Agreed to Senate (text)

  Agreed to Senate · EN · 5 May 1999

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• Agreed to Senate (PDF)

  Agreed to Senate · EN · 5 May 1999

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• Reported to Senate (text)

  Reported to Senate · EN · 23 March 1999

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• Reported to Senate (PDF)

  Reported to Senate · EN · 23 March 1999

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• Introduced in Senate (text)

  Introduced in Senate · EN · 25 February 1999

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  Introduced in Senate · EN · 25 February 1999

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• Introduced in Senate

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