It Could Happen Here It Could Happen Here Weekly 172
Mar 8, 2025
Kevin McDonald, a retired officer from the Irish Defence Forces and author, shares insights on peacekeeping challenges in Africa, particularly the DRC crisis. Venkthesh Ramnath, a UC San Diego pulmonologist, discusses the implications of telemedicine and healthcare funding. Kaveh Hoda, a gastroenterologist and host of 'The House of Pod,' highlights the importance of effective communication in public health. Together, they explore grassroots activism, the intersection of justice and media, and the evolving landscape of healthcare access and policies.
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Siege of Jadotville
- In 1961, an Irish company of 158 soldiers was attacked by 3,000-4,000 Katangese soldiers.
- Despite facing overwhelming odds, they held out for over a week, surrendering only when they ran out of ammunition.
Rwanda's Involvement in Congo
- Rwanda's involvement in Congo is rooted in the 1994 genocide and the presence of Tutsis in Congo.
- Rwanda's actions are often explained as protecting Tutsis, but financial motivations related to Congo's vast mineral wealth likely play a significant role.
Force Intervention Brigade
- The Force Intervention Brigade (FIB) was a UN mission with offensive capabilities, unlike traditional peacekeeping forces.
- The FIB aimed to protect civilians by projecting force, going where the action was, rather than maintaining static positions.
