UN welcomes DRC-Rwanda ceasefire, hopes for de-escalation
Summary: The United Nations has welcomed a ceasefire between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, effective from midnight on August 4, 2024. This agreement follows peace talks mediated by Angola, aimed at reducing hostilities in eastern DRC, where Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have been active since late 2021. A reinforced monitoring mechanism will oversee the ceasefire's implementation.
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