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SADC Withdraws Troops from Congo Amid Ongoing Conflict

3/13/2025

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The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is pulling its troops from the Democratic Republic of Congo after enduring heavy losses to M23 rebels. This pivotal decision, made at a recent summit, underscores the urgent need for diplomatic resolutions as peace talks are scheduled to commence in Angola next week.

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The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is pulling its troops from the Democratic Republic of Congo after enduring heavy losses to M23 rebels. This pivotal decision, made at a recent summit, underscores the urgent need for diplomatic resolutions as peace talks are scheduled to commence in Angola next week.