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What is the latest on the conflict in the Congo?

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M23 rebels announce a second planned withdrawal from Uvira in eastern Congo, but locals remain skeptical due to ongoing clashes and previous unfulfilled withdrawals. Fighting continues in surrounding areas, and neither the Congolese government nor the UN has officially responded. Humanitarian workers face increased attacks, and Pope Leo appeals for peace amid worsening violence and displacement.

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M23 rebels again announce withdrawal from eastern DRC city

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  • M23 rebels announce plans to withdraw from Uvira for the second time
  • M23 calls for neutral force to protect civilians and infrastructure 7s
  • Residents express skepticism and security concerns over the withdrawal 14s
  • Clashes and M23 control of Lamira reported despite ceasefire calls 36s
  • No official response yet from Congolese government or UN mission MONUSCO 1m 52s

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M23 rebels again announce withdrawal from eastern DRC city
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Africanews
4 hours ago
M23 rebels again announce withdrawal from eastern DRC city

M23 calls for the deployment of a neutral force to protect civilians and infrastructure, but residents remain wary due to previous unfulfilled withdrawals and ongoing fighting in the region.

M23 rebels again announce withdrawal from eastern DRC city
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Africanews
4 hours ago
M23 rebels again announce withdrawal from eastern DRC city

Clashes between M23 and other armed groups, including the Wasilendo militia, continue around Uvira and nearby areas.

M23 rebels again announce withdrawal from eastern DRC city
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Africanews
4 hours ago
M23 rebels again announce withdrawal from eastern DRC city

M23 recently took control of the strategic town of Lamira despite calls for a ceasefire.

M23 rebels again announce withdrawal from eastern DRC city
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Africanews
4 hours ago
M23 rebels again announce withdrawal from eastern DRC city

Neither the Congolese government nor the UN mission MONUSCO has officially responded to the latest developments.

Pope Leo appeals for peace for people fleeing Eastern Congo violence
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4 hours ago
Pope Leo appeals for peace for people fleeing Eastern Congo violence

Pope Leo appeals for peace in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, highlighting the humanitarian challenges faced by people fleeing renewed violence in the east.

Humanitarian workers face rising attacks in Eastern DR Congo
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6 days ago
Humanitarian workers face rising attacks in Eastern DR Congo

Humanitarian workers in Eastern DR Congo face increasing risks as insecurity surges, with 48 incidents involving aid personnel reported in December 2025.

Humanitarian workers face rising attacks in Eastern DR Congo
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6 days ago
Humanitarian workers face rising attacks in Eastern DR Congo

Aid teams have limited travel and slowed operations, making it harder to reach vulnerable communities.

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