UN plans to end DR Congo peacekeeping mission

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Source: BBC

The UN has said it is has begun discussions with the Democratic Republic of Congo government on withdrawing peacekeeping troops.

The UN's mission in the country, Monuc, has the largest number of peacekeepers of any UN operation worldwide.

Its current mandate is due to expire at the end of May and the new one will include an exit strategy.

The announcement was made by UN Under Secretary-General Alain le Roy after a meeting with President Joseph Kabila.


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1. Good Lord...

how long have they been there? Since the 60's?