The UN is set to deploy a mission to the Congo to monitor a ceasefire between the government and rebel groups.

The UN peacekeeping mission in Congo will deploy its first ceasefire-monitoring team to Uvira following progress in Doha‑mediated talks between the Congolese government and M23 rebels. The deployment comes after both sides agreed on terms for a monitoring mechanism originally outlined in an October ceasefire deal. The effort occurs amid ongoing fighting, including recent drone attacks near Kisangani that may signal widening rebel operations.

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