Rebels start to withdraw from key DR Congo city, leaders say
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- Rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have begun withdrawing from a key city, a move described by government officials as a distraction aimed at the US mediation team involved in the ongoing conflict. This development follows a series of violent clashes that erupted shortly after a peace deal was brokered by the US between the DRC and Rwanda.
- The announced withdrawal is significant as it may influence the dynamics of the peace negotiations, with the DRC government suggesting that the rebels' actions are a strategic maneuver rather than a genuine step towards de-escalation.
- The situation in the DRC remains precarious, with ongoing violence attributed to Rwandan-backed rebel groups, leading to civilian casualties and displacement. The international community, including the US and European powers, has expressed concerns over the potential for further conflict in the region, highlighting the fragile nature of peace efforts in a historically tumultuous area.
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