M23 rebels stand with their weapons in Kibumba, in the eastern of Democratic Republic of Congo, Dec. 23, 2022.

Congo and the M23 rebel group have agreed to a declaration of principles to end fighting in eastern Congo, a sign of progress ...

The agreement marks the first direct commitment from both sides since rebels seized key cities in eastern Congo.

Russia has advanced around Pokrovsk for many months, but has so far failed to entirely encircle or seize control of the city.