The United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo has announced the suspension of some of its peacekeepers due to reports of significant misconduct.

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The mission emphasizes its policy of zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse.

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According to AFP news agency, the allegations involve eight South African peacekeepers. The Monusco mission has previously faced accusations of sexual abuse.

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It maintains a force of over 14,000 troops stationed in eastern DR Congo.

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In recent years, there have been multiple protests against the UN, with critics accusing it of failing to adequately protect civilians from attacks by various armed groups.

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