300 "defectors" from LRA camp negotiating return to Uganda with amnesty

As reported last week, an estimated 300 people from within the LRA ranks have reportedly defected, including several senior-level commanders and their family members. Voice of America reports that this group is negotiating their return to Uganda with the UN peacekeeping force in Congo. UN sources said they were ready to receive the group, however two of the rebel leaders said they will not leave their from undisclosed location until they see a pardon from President Museveni.