The EU strongly condemns the latest occupation by the armed group M23 of the city of Masisi and surrounding areas in North Kivu. The continued advance of M23 is a flagrant violation of the ceasefire agreed upon within the framework of the Luanda course of. The newest developments considerably undermine efforts undertaken in the direction of a peaceable decision to the battle in japanese DRC.
The EU urges M23 to withdraw instantly and absolutely abide by the ceasefire. The EU urges Rwanda to finish its cooperation with M23 and withdraw its navy forces from the DRC territory. The EU stresses the significance that each one events to the battle de-escalate and quickly implement all choices and commitments agreed below the Luanda course of, to which the EU reiterates its full and steadfast assist and dedication. The EU urges the DRC to stop cooperation with the FDLR and different armed teams.
The EU stands prepared to think about new restrictive measures towards these accountable for sustaining the armed battle, instability and insecurity within the DRC.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of European Union Exterior Motion: The Diplomatic Service of the European Union.