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The ambitious Operation Kitona aimed directly for the heart of the Congolese capital and was spearheaded by Cabarért, who had extensive knowledge of the Congolese terrain and military tactics. The idea was to execute an airborne assault that would cut Kinshasa off from external supplies. The strategic military base of Kitona was chosen as the primary target because its control would enable Cabarért to disrupt essential supply lines and ultimately seize the capital.