M23 rebels accused of attacking DR Congo army despite truce
The DR Congo military accused M23 rebels of launching attacks in eastern Congo despite a declared ceasefire.
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MSF condemns violence in DR Congo’s Ituri province
MSF reports a drastic increase in violence in Ituri province, DR Congo, with horrific injuries treated at its clinic and health facilities under threat of attack.
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African blocs expand mediation effort to address Congo conflict
The move comes after the M23 rebels backtracked on their commitment to withdraw from the strategic town of Walikale on Monday
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Burundi accuses Rwanda of attack plan, Rwanda calls for calm
The remarks highlight the broader regional implications of the ongoing conflict in eastern Congo, where M23 rebels have advanced since January, sparking violence
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East Congo ceasefire in jeopardy as rebels refuse to withdraw
Congolese army officials have not responded, but local residents confirmed on Monday that rebels remain in control of the town
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Angola to exit mediation role in Eastern Congo conflict
A planned meeting last week in Luanda, where Congo and M23 were set for their first direct talks, collapsed after M23 withdrew following European Union sanctions against the group and Rwandan officials
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Congolese military calls for truce amid peace talks
DR Congo’s military has called for de-escalation as peace talks continue, urging troops and self-defense forces to respect the ceasefire agreement.
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Congo rebels reject ceasefire calls, capture key town
Walikale, with a population of 15,000, marks the furthest western reach of the rebels since their swift offensive began in January
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Congo rebel leader to Reuters: Qatar talks irrelevant to us
Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame met in Doha on Tuesday
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DR Congo ceasefire terms remain unclear after Doha summit
Despite a surprise meeting between the leaders of DR Congo and Rwanda, the terms of a ceasefire remain unclear, with further negotiations expected.
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