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UN Force Launches Offensive against DRC Armed Groups

   Peter Clottey  June 08, 2011

Photo: AP

   Joseph Kabila President of the DRC

   The spokesman for the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the
   Democratic Republic of Congo [MONUSCO] says his group has launched a
   10-day military offensive against armed groups in Rutshuru.

   The military action, nicknamed 'Operation Restore Hope,' is aimed at
   preventing future violence in the Rutshuru district of the restive
   North Kivu province.

   Alexander Essome said MONUSCO wants to ensure peace and stability in
   the area following recent attacks by armed groups.

   UN troops walk past as they provide security for villagers at the small
   village of Walikale (File)

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   UN troops walk past as they provide security for villagers at the small
   village of Walikale (File)