DR Congo military attacks last areas held by M23 rebels
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Government forces in the Democratic Republic of Congo say they are attacking the last areas held by the M23 rebel group.
The M23 on Sunday reportedly called a ceasefire to allow peace talks with the government.According to the BBC, the M23 called on the organisers of the peace talks in Uganda to "put in place a mechanism to monitor the ceasefire".
Government spokesperson Lambert Mende said the statement was "a step in the right direction" but that it was waiting to see if the ceasefire was being implemented.
"There is always a delay between the order being given and the reality on the ground. In any case the army will continue to pursue the demobilisation and disarmament of the rebels," said Mende.
About 800 000 people have been displaced since the fighting began.