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The Democratic Republic of Congo has renewed its pledge to relocate its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, joining a small group of countries that have made or acted on similar commitments in recognition of Israeli claims over the city. The announcement was reported by regional outlets as part of ongoing diplomatic maneuvering around Israel's international standing. The move, while largely symbolic given the limited number of countries that have followed through on such pledges, is likely to draw criticism from Palestinian officials and others who view Jerusalem's status as unresolved pending a broader peace settlement.