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M23 rebels in DR Congo claim to be withdrawing from Uvira following US pressure and a peace deal, but the government remains skeptical and calls for verification amid ongoing conflict and displacement.
Rebel forces in eastern DR Congo have announced they will withdraw from Uvira city at the request of the US, as part of efforts to support a peace process and reduce conflict in the region, which is rich in valuable minerals and has experienced decades of instability.
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels announced they will withdraw from Uvira in eastern Congo following US criticism, as a trust-building measure to support peace negotiations, amid ongoing tensions and accusations of Rwandan support for the rebels.
The capture of Uvira in eastern DR Congo by Rwandan and M23 forces has led to severe humanitarian and human rights crises, with widespread violence, civilian casualties, and displacement, amid ongoing conflict and international concern over violations and lack of aid access.