Peacekeepers leaving DR Congo – media

The withdrawal of Southern African forces comes as M23 rebels take control of major cities and violence displaces thousands

Troops from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) have begun to leave eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), AFP reported on Tuesday, citing a regional official. The complete withdrawal of the military contingent is expected to be finalized by the end of June.

The SADC, a bloc of 16 member states...