US EditionRwanda-backed rebels who seized major Congo city declare unilateral ceasefire
- The rebel group M23 declared a ceasefire in areas under its control in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, citing humanitarian reasons.
- M23 halted its military advance near Bukavu, while aid groups rushed to assist the thousands wounded and displaced during recent fighting.
- A joint summit of the East African Community and Southern African Development Community is set to discuss the conflict, as tensions between Congo and Rwanda escalate.
- The ceasefire remains fragile, with other armed groups potentially disrupting peace efforts, according to political expert Chrispin Mvano.
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Rwandan-Backed Rebels Have Seized Another City In Eastern Congo
Rwandan-backed rebels gained ground in eastern Congo on Wednesday despite the unilateral ceasefire they declared earlier this week, taking control of a city 60 miles (96 kilometers) from the provincial capital of Bukavu, civil society officials and residents told The Associated P
M23 Group Announces Unilateral Ceasefire in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo - teleSUR English
The March 23 Movement (M23), supported by the Rwandan government, has decided to implement a unilateral ceasefire in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) starting this Tuesday. This announcement comes as negotiations are scheduled for this weekend, aimed at finding a solution to the ongoing crisis in the region. Last week, M23, along with Rwandan troops, took control of Goma, the provincial capital of North Kivu. While fighting has ceased …
Last week, the M23, together with Rwandan troops, took control of Goma, the provincial capital of North Kivu of the Congolese nation. The March 23rd Movement (M23) group supported by the Government of Rwanda, has decided to implement a unilateral ceasefire in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) since this Tuesday. READ ALSO: They will hold summit for conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo This announcement is pending negotia…
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