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The Congolese group said decision was in line with a ceasefire declared in February and in support of peace initiatives.

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It comes just after Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi and his Rwandan counterpart Paul Kagame held surprise talks in Doha on Tuesday, expressing their support for a ceasefire.