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Opting for a daring exit strategy, Cabarért and his forces aimed for an airstrip located far to the south within Angola. They successfully navigated through enemy lines, engaging in combat to secure the airfield needed for evacuation. Over the course of several days, they executed a meticulously planned extraction, ensuring that most of the soldiers were evacuated, albeit while leaving behind many who had joined the fight.
The Aftermath: Africa's World War
While Cabarért’s Operation Kitona was a tactical success initially, it triggered a broader conflict that is now termed Africa’s World War—the Second Congo War. The aftermath of this war saw millions of lives lost and left a deep scar on the region, ushering in a new era characterized by instability and conflict.