Russia calls for ceasefire in troubled African state -- RT Africa

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

57% : The Central African nation has been embroiled in violence for decades, particularly in the east, where dozens of non-state armed groups, including M23, are competing with the government for resources such as gold and diamonds.
43% : In a statement on Monday, the Russian Foreign Ministry expressed concern about the escalation of the conflict and condemned assaults targeting the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the DR Congo (MONUSCO).
40% : A group of UN experts also estimates that 3,000 to 4,000 Rwandan troops are fighting alongside the M23 militia against Congolese soldiers and local allies.
35% : At least 13 peacekeepers, including those from South Africa and Uruguay, have been killed in the latest offensive, according to the UN.

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