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<p>The UK is deeply concerned by the continuing violence in many parts of the Democratic
Republic of Congo (DRC). We frequently raise the issue with the Government of DRC
who are ultimately responsible for providing security for their citizens. We also
recognise the need for the UN peacekeeping mission (MONUSCO) to deliver more, especially
since its mandate was renewed in March. We have pushed hard in the UN Security Council
for the protection of civilians to be the mission’s first priority. A growing body
of evidence implicates elements of the Congolese security services in killings and
other human rights violations. We have made clear that those who commit such violations,
will face consequences for their actions. EU sanctions are currently being considered.</p>
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