M23 rebels have decided to halt all attacks in the rebel-dominated capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), for humanitarian purposes.
The unilateral ceasefire according to reports, counts as a response for calls for a safe passage of aid and support the needs of thousands displaced settlers in Goma.
The United Nations reported deaths of at least 900 people in cross fires against the M23 rebel group and other militant groups ultimately for control of the mineral-endowed region of the DRC.
In a recent statement issued by the Coalition of Rebel Factions, the humanitarian ceasefire is set to take effect on Tuesday
In their statement, the group, which includes the M23 rebels backed by Rwanda, cited “humanitarian reasons” for this decision after making territorial gains in the region.
This aid will be beneficial to the over 2,880 individuals who have sustained injuries in the recent violence surrounding Goma, the largest city in eastern DR Congo, now under rebel control.
