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Bitter ethnic fighting has displaced thousands in and around Bunia, in the north-east of the Democratic Republic of Congo

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Many have fled to the UN compound in search of security

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Others have sought refuge at the UN-controlled airport but conditions are deteriorating

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A ceasefire has been signed but children with guns highlight the pervading threat of violence

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For many the option is to leave - thousands have already fled

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Peacekeepers are present, but many families are still joining the exodus

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About 700 UN troops in the town have been trying to protect civilians

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Planes have been evacuating residents...

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..while others wait their turn to escape the fighting