Congo's M23 Declares End to Rebellion

The M23 rebels in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo say they are laying down their arms, after military forces drove them from their last remaining strongholds.  The declaration follows a call from African leaders meeting in South Africa for an end to the fighting. In a statement Tuesday, M23 President Bertrand Bisimwa requested rebel commanders prepare fighters for “disarmament, demobilization and social reintegration.” Bisimwa said the group would pursue its goals through ...

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