Goma, DRC: Nearly 3,000 people killed after rebels seize key eastern city, UN says
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Goma, DRC: Nearly 3,000 people killed after rebels seize key eastern city, UN says

CNN  

CNN — Nearly 3,000 people have been killed in the city of Goma in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, according to the United Nations, after it was captured by rebels following days of fierce fighting with the Congolese army. Vivian van de Perre, deputy head of the UN mission in DR Congo, said Wednesday that “so far 2,000 bodies have been collected from the Goma streets in recent days, and 900 bodies remain in the morgues of the Goma hospitals.” “We expect this number to go up,” she told reporters in a video call from the city, which is home to about 2 million people. Heavy fighting reported Van de Perre said Wednesday that while the UN hoped the ceasefire would hold, “it appears that is not the case,” with ongoing fighting reported along a main road toward the South Kivu capital of Bukavu. “In Bukavu, tensions are rising as the M23 moves closer, just 50km north of the city,” Van de Perre told reporters, calling the situation in South Kivu province “particularly concerning.” Rebel groups appear to continue gaining ground in the mineral-rich eastern region, capturing a town 100 kilometers from Bukavu, the Associated Press reported Wednesday, citing civil society officials and residents. Van de Perre said the UN is “gravely concerned” at losing Bukavu’s Kavumu airport, which she said is “critical for ongoing civilian and humanitarian use around South Kivu.” The rebel alliance has emphasized previously it has “no intention of capturing Bukavu or other areas,” where many displaced people from Goma have fled.

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Mapping the human toll of the conflict in DR Congo
3 days, 20 hours ago

Mapping the human toll of the conflict in DR Congo

Al Jazeera  

Ongoing violence and instability, including fighting by M23 rebels, has forced millions to flee their homes in Democratic Republic of the Congo. January 27, 2025 – M23 captures Goma: In the worst escalation in a decade or more, M23 fighters took control of eastern DRC’s largest city, Goma – a crucial humanitarian hub near the Rwandan border, home to more …

Rwanda-Backed Rebels Expand Land in Congo Despite Ceasefire
5 days, 12 hours ago

Rwanda-Backed Rebels Expand Land in Congo Despite Ceasefire

Live Mint  

-- Rwanda-backed M23 rebels captured a third major town in the Democratic Republic of Congo, expanding their stranglehold over the country’s mineral-rich east. “The city of Walikale, the administrative center of Walikale Territory, has been liberated by our forces to ensure the safety of the civilian population and their property,” spokesman Lawrence Kanyuka said in a statement. Rwanda is “pretending …

Rwanda-backed rebels push into a mineral-rich town in Congo despite ceasefire calls
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1 week ago

Rwanda-backed rebels push into a mineral-rich town in Congo despite ceasefire calls

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — Rwanda-backed M23 rebels battling Congo’s army captured another strategic town in the country’s mineral-rich east, residents and insurgents said Thursday, despite ceasefire calls this week by the Congolese and Rwandan presidents. The rebels entered the town of Walikale late on Wednesday, according to residents and civil society leaders, and rebels said in a statement late Thursday that …

M23 rebels capture key town of Walikale in eastern DR Congo
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1 week ago

M23 rebels capture key town of Walikale in eastern DR Congo

Al Jazeera  

M23 seizes mining hub, with rebel alliance leader saying call for a ceasefire from DRC and Rwanda ‘doesn’t concern us’. Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have pushed deeper into the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, capturing the town of Walikale despite growing international calls for a ceasefire. The town of about 15,000 people sits about 125km northwest of eastern DRC’s largest …

Islamic State-linked rebels in fresh attack in eastern Congo kill 9 villagers
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Islamic State-linked rebels in fresh attack in eastern Congo kill 9 villagers

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — Islamic State-linked rebels attacked a village in conflict-battered eastern Congo killing at least nine villagers, a local official and residents said Sunday. The Saturday attack in the village of Ngohi Vuyinga in North Kivu province’s Lubero territory also displaced dozens and several houses burned down, according to Samuel Kagheni, a local civil society leader. Eastern Congo has …

It’s been a month since rebels seized an eastern Congo city. Goma residents say they are struggling
3 weeks, 6 days ago

It’s been a month since rebels seized an eastern Congo city. Goma residents say they are struggling

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — Rwanda-backed rebels captured a key eastern Congo city a month ago Friday. A driver passes the Central Bank of Congo in downtown Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, one month after Rwanda-backed M23 rebels captured the city. Moto taxis wait for customers in downtown Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, one …

At least 11 dead and 65 injured in Congo after blasts at M23 rebel leaders' rally, rebels say
1 month ago

At least 11 dead and 65 injured in Congo after blasts at M23 rebel leaders' rally, rebels say

Hindustan Times  

BUKAVU, Congo — At least 11 people have died and 65 others injured after explosions hit a rally on Thursday being held by M23 rebel group leaders in the captured city of Bukavu, eastern Congo. At least 11 dead and 65 injured in Congo after blasts at M23 rebel leaders' rally, rebels say “The attack caused 11 deaths and verifications …

Fighting in eastern DRC killed about 7,000 people since January, PM says
1 month ago

Fighting in eastern DRC killed about 7,000 people since January, PM says

Al Jazeera  

Judith Suminwa says more than 2,500 bodies buried without identification, ‘significant’ number of civilians among dead. More than 7,000 people have been killed in fighting in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo since last month, Prime Minister Judith Suminwa says, with a “significant” number of civilians among the dead. Speaking to the United Nations Human Rights Council in Switzerland …

Fighting in eastern DRC killed about 7,000 people since January, PM says
1 month ago

Fighting in eastern DRC killed about 7,000 people since January, PM says

Al Jazeera  

Judith Suminwa says more than 2,500 bodies buried without identification, ‘significant’ number of civilians among dead. More than 7,000 people have been killed in fighting in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo since last month, Prime Minister Judith Suminwa says, with a “significant” number of civilians among the dead. Speaking to the United Nations Human Rights Council in Switzerland …

Congo’s president says he’ll create a unity government as violence spreads
1 month ago

Congo’s president says he’ll create a unity government as violence spreads

Associated Press  

KINSHASA, Congo — Congo’s president says he is going to launch a unity government as violence spreads across the country’s east and pressure mounts over his handling of the crisis. In some of his first statements since Rwandan-backed rebels captured major cities in eastern Congo, President Felix Tshisekedi told a meeting of the Sacred Union of the Nation ruling coalition …

As Rwanda-backed rebels seized Goma, the families of Congolese soldiers became a target
1 month ago

As Rwanda-backed rebels seized Goma, the families of Congolese soldiers became a target

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — The Rwanda-backed rebels who captured eastern Congo’s major city of Goma have targeted relatives of fleeing Congolese soldiers, the families say, with the troops’ wives chased from military barracks and left stranded in the city while some of their children are allegedly being forced to join the rebellion. Wives of Congolese government soldiers who were sent to …

Why rebels have seized two cities in troubled DR Congo
1 month, 1 week ago

Why rebels have seized two cities in troubled DR Congo

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have seized …

UN human rights chief accuses Rwanda-backed rebels in eastern DR Congo of killing and recruiting children
1 month, 1 week ago

UN human rights chief accuses Rwanda-backed rebels in eastern DR Congo of killing and recruiting children

CNN  

AP — The UN human rights chief accused Rwanda-backed rebels who seized a second major city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo of killing children and attacking hospitals and warehouses storing humanitarian aid. The United Nations Human Rights Council earlier this month launched a commission that will investigate atrocities, including rapes and killings akin to “summary executions” committed by both …

UN human rights chief accuses M23 rebels of ‘summary executions’ in DRC
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1 month, 1 week ago

UN human rights chief accuses M23 rebels of ‘summary executions’ in DRC

Al Jazeera  

Volker Turk says his office has ‘confirmed’ cases of rebels killing and recruiting children in eastern DRC. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk on Tuesday accused Rwanda-backed rebels, who seized a second major city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, of killing children and attacking hospitals and warehouses storing humanitarian aid. The United Nations Human Rights Council earlier …

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels tighten their grip on second major city in eastern Congo
1 month, 1 week ago

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels tighten their grip on second major city in eastern Congo

Associated Press  

BUKAVU, Congo — Rwanda-backed rebels tightened their grip on Bukavu on Monday, a day after seizing the second major city in eastern Congo whose residents appeared resigned to their fate under the new rulers. The M23 is the most prominent of more than 100 armed groups vying for control of eastern Congo’s trillions of dollars in mineral wealth that’s critical …

Rebels seen in center of key DR Congo city after claiming takeover
1 month, 1 week ago

Rebels seen in center of key DR Congo city after claiming takeover

CNN  

CNN — Rebel forces have been seen in the center of Bukavu, the second largest city in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, on Sunday, residents told CNN, as the fighters push to expand their foothold in the mineral-rich region. Rebel coalition, Alliance Fleuve Congo, which includes the M23 armed group, said in a statement Saturday it had taken control …

Armed men have raped dozens of children in eastern Congo, UNICEF says
1 month, 1 week ago

Armed men have raped dozens of children in eastern Congo, UNICEF says

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Armed men have raped dozens …

What is happening in the DRC? | Explained
1 month, 1 week ago

What is happening in the DRC? | Explained

The Hindu  

The story so far: The crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo is back in the spotlight after the M23 militia, backed by eastern neighbour Rwanda, captured the mineral-rich city of Goma, which lies on the border between the two countries. While the root cause of the crisis is generally attributed to the 1994 Rwandan genocide, the region has been …

DR Congo’s M23 fighters seize Bukavu airport before African Union summit
1 month, 1 week ago

DR Congo’s M23 fighters seize Bukavu airport before African Union summit

Al Jazeera  

Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi traveled to Germany to attend Munich Security Conference in efforts to rally international support The Rwanda-backed M23 fighters claim to have taken control of Kavumu airport serving Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu province in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. The rebels reportedly faced minimal resistance as they advanced through the town, with the …

Congolese church leaders meet Rwanda-backed rebels in the east in latest push for peace
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Congolese church leaders meet Rwanda-backed rebels in the east in latest push for peace

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — Congo’s largest church organizations met Wednesday with Rwanda-backed rebels in the country’s east in the latest push for peace and dialogue after weekslong fighting that saw the rebels seize the region’s largest city of Goma. A joint delegation from the National Episcopal Conference of Congo and the Church of Christ in Congo – two of the largest …

Thousands of displaced people are stranded in eastern Congo as rebels are accused of forced return
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Thousands of displaced people are stranded in eastern Congo as rebels are accused of forced return

Associated Press  

Associated Press — Rwanda-backed rebels controlling cities in eastern Congo have forcibly closed settlement camps, leading to the displacement of more than 110,000 people in recent days, the U.N. and locals said Tuesday. M23 issued a 72-hour ultimatum to displaced people to leave settlement camps and return to their villages, the U.N.’s humanitarian aid coordination agency, OCHA, said in its …

Leaders from eastern and southern Africa call for a ceasefire and negotiations in Congo
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Leaders from eastern and southern Africa call for a ceasefire and negotiations in Congo

Associated Press  

KAMPALA, Uganda — Leaders from eastern and southern Africa on Saturday called for an immediate ceasefire in eastern Congo, where rebels are threatening to overthrow the Congolese government, but also urged Congo’s president to directly negotiate with them. Rwandan President Paul Kagame attended the summit along with his South African counterpart, Cyril Ramaphosa, who has angered the Rwandans by deploying …

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels are advancing on the capital city of Kinshasa
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels are advancing on the capital city of Kinshasa

NPR  

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels are advancing on the capital city of Kinshasa We'll look at the latest developments in the instability and violence in a region of the Democratic Republic of Congo, where Rwanda-backed fighters are battling Congolese troops. A rebel force backed by troops from neighboring Rwanda took control of Goma, and they are now threatening to march on the …

Eastern and Southern African leaders seek way out of Congo conflict
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Eastern and Southern African leaders seek way out of Congo conflict

CNN  

Reuters — Leaders of Eastern and Southern African regional blocs met for an unprecedented joint summit on Saturday to find a solution to a conflict in eastern Congo, where Rwandan-backed rebels’ rapid advance since January has fanned fears of a wider war. The M23 rebels last week captured Goma, the largest city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo - the …

Rwanda-backed rebels tell residents of captured eastern Congolese city they are safe
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rwanda-backed rebels tell residents of captured eastern Congolese city they are safe

NPR  

Rwanda-backed rebels tell residents of captured eastern Congolese city they are safe toggle caption Moses Sawasawa/AP GOMA, Congo — The Rwanda-backed rebels who captured eastern Congo 's key city of Goma sought to reassure its residents Thursday, holding a stadium rally and promising safety under their administration as they try to shore up public support amid growing international pressure. As …

Rwanda-backed rebels tell residents of a captured eastern Congolese city they are safe
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rwanda-backed rebels tell residents of a captured eastern Congolese city they are safe

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — The Rwanda-backed rebels who captured eastern Congo ‘s key city of Goma sought to reassure its residents Thursday, holding a stadium rally and promising safety under their administration as they try to shore up public support amid growing international pressure. “I don’t know if I’m convinced.. We’re still afraid.” Rebels continue to advance despite unilateral ceasefire Earlier …

Rwanda-backed rebels have seized another town in eastern Congo
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rwanda-backed rebels have seized another town in eastern Congo

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — Rwanda-backed rebels gained ground in eastern Congo on Wednesday despite the unilateral ceasefire they declared earlier this week, taking control of a town 100 kilometers from the provincial capital of Bukavu, civil society officials and residents told The Associated Press. Goma remains “under occupation” by Congo’s M23 rebels and the ceasefire they announced has been broken as …

Amid DR Congo ceasefire, Goma residents race to bury 2,000 bodies
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Amid DR Congo ceasefire, Goma residents race to bury 2,000 bodies

Al Jazeera  

People in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Goma rushed to bury some 2,000 victims of last week’s battles for the city as they feared the spread of disease amid a ceasefire. More than 2,000 bodies of people killed in last week’s conflict require burial in Goma, the DRC’s communications minister said overnight. Julienne Zaina Barabara, a resident of …

Congo calls rebels’ ceasefire declaration ‘false communication’ as reports of fighting continue
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Congo calls rebels’ ceasefire declaration ‘false communication’ as reports of fighting continue

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — Congo’s government on Tuesday described the unilateral ceasefire declared by Rwanda-backed rebels in eastern Congo as “false communication,” while the United Nations noted reports of heavy fighting with Congolese forces in the region. But “all we are waiting for is the withdrawal of the M23,” Congo’s government spokesperson Patrick Muyaya told journalists. On Tuesday, U.N, spokesman Stephane …

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels declare unilateral ceasefire in Congo
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels declare unilateral ceasefire in Congo

Firstpost  

The Kenyan presidency announced on Monday that Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame would attend a joint extraordinary summit of the East African Community and the Southern African Development Community in the Tanzanian city of Dar es Salaam on Saturday A memebr of the medical personell hands out high-nutrition kits to mothers attending ante-natal clinic run by …

The Rwanda-backed rebels who seized a major Congo city declare a unilateral ceasefire
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The Rwanda-backed rebels who seized a major Congo city declare a unilateral ceasefire

The Hindu  

The Rwanda-backed rebels who seized eastern Congo’s key city of Goma announced a unilateral ceasefire in the region Monday for humanitarian reasons, following calls for a safe corridor for aid and hundreds of thousands of displaced people. The announcement came shortly after the U.N. health agency said at least 900 people were killed in last week’s fighting in Goma between …

DR Congo: Rebels call for ceasefire after hundreds are killed in a week of fighting
1 month, 3 weeks ago

DR Congo: Rebels call for ceasefire after hundreds are killed in a week of fighting

CNN  

CNN — A rebel group that claimed to have captured the city of Goma in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo last week has called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire, after fighting with the Congolese military has left hundreds of people dead. In a statement on Monday, the rebel coalition, Alliance Fleuve Congo – which includes the M23 armed group …

DR Congo: Rebels call for ceasefire after hundreds are killed in a week of fighting
1 month, 3 weeks ago

DR Congo: Rebels call for ceasefire after hundreds are killed in a week of fighting

CNN  

CNN — A rebel group that claimed to have captured the city of Goma in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo last week has called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire, after fighting with the Congolese military has left hundreds of people dead. In a statement on Monday, the rebel coalition, Alliance Fleuve Congo – which includes the M23 armed group …

The Rwanda-backed rebels who seized a major Congo city declare a unilateral ceasefire
Top News
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The Rwanda-backed rebels who seized a major Congo city declare a unilateral ceasefire

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — The Rwanda-backed rebels who seized eastern Congo’s key city of Goma announced a unilateral ceasefire in the region Monday for humanitarian reasons, following calls for a safe corridor for aid and hundreds of thousands of displaced people. The announcement came shortly after the U.N. health agency said at least 900 people were killed in last week’s fighting …

Rwanda’s president says he doesn’t know if his country’s troops are in DRC
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rwanda’s president says he doesn’t know if his country’s troops are in DRC

CNN  

CNN — Rwandan President Paul Kagame has told CNN he doesn’t know if his country’s troops are in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, where fighting between the M23 armed group and Congolese soldiers has killed more than 900 people and injured thousands in recent days. Kagame’s stance was reiterated by the rebel group, whose spokesperson Victor Tesongo …

Tense calm, fears for the future in DRC’s Goma a week after M23 takeover
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Tense calm, fears for the future in DRC’s Goma a week after M23 takeover

Al Jazeera  

Tens of thousands of IDPs are leaving and routine is tentatively returning, as residents hope for peace despite the ongoing crisis. This is a very dangerous place,” said one woman, a Congolese army soldier’s wife, who was making her way with the children through the centre of Goma, afraid she would be targeted by M23 troops. Despite some resistance from …

Rwanda’s president says he doesn’t know if his country’s troops are in DRC
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rwanda’s president says he doesn’t know if his country’s troops are in DRC

CNN  

CNN — Rwandan President Paul Kagame has told CNN he doesn’t know if his country’s troops are in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, where fighting between the M23 armed group and Congolese soldiers has killed more than 900 people and injured thousands in recent days. Kagame’s stance was reiterated by the rebel group, whose spokesperson Victor Tesongo …

More than 700 killed as DR Congo military fights M23 rebels
1 month, 3 weeks ago

More than 700 killed as DR Congo military fights M23 rebels

Al Jazeera  

At least 773 people have been killed in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo’s largest city of Goma and its vicinity in a week, amid fighting with Rwanda-backed M23 rebels who captured the city in a serious escalation of a decade-long conflict, authorities said. Lacroix said the rebels “seem to be moving quite fast”, and capturing an airport a few …

Congo says 773 dead in weeklong fighting as military tries to repel Rwanda-backed rebels
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Congo says 773 dead in weeklong fighting as military tries to repel Rwanda-backed rebels

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — At least 773 people were killed in eastern Congo’s largest city of Goma and its vicinity this week amid fighting with Rwanda-backed rebels who captured the city in a major escalation of a decadelong conflict, Congolese authorities said Saturday. Authorities confirmed 773 bodies and 2,880 injured persons in Goma’s morgues and hospitals, Congolese government spokesman Patrick Muyaya …

As M23 rebel group advances in Congo, a new leader signals a shift in its identity
1 month, 3 weeks ago

As M23 rebel group advances in Congo, a new leader signals a shift in its identity

Associated Press  

KAMPALA, Uganda — After Rwanda-backed M23 rebels took control of the biggest city in eastern Congo this week, the man who emerged from the shadows to assert his leadership was not the group’s long-time military leader. An unholy matrimony Last year, Makenga’s M23 joined Nangaa’s Congo River Alliance and with Nangaa at the helm of the revamped outfit, the M23 …

As M23 rebel group advances in Congo, a new leader signals a shift in its identity
1 month, 3 weeks ago

As M23 rebel group advances in Congo, a new leader signals a shift in its identity

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. An unholy matrimony Last year, Makenga’s M23 joined Nangaa’s …

Rwanda-backed rebels move deeper into eastern Congo as UN reports executions and rapes
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rwanda-backed rebels move deeper into eastern Congo as UN reports executions and rapes

Live Mint  

GOMA, Congo — Rwanda-backed rebels were expanding their presence in eastern Congo after capturing Goma, the region's major city, the U.N. said Friday, also expressing concerns over executions it learned were carried out by the rebels in recent days following a major escalation of their yearslong rebellion. Congolese forces, meanwhile, repelled the rebels in their offensive towards South Kivu's provincial …

Rwanda-backed rebels move deeper into eastern Congo as UN reports executions and rapes
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rwanda-backed rebels move deeper into eastern Congo as UN reports executions and rapes

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — Rwanda-backed rebels were quickly expanding their presence in eastern Congo after capturing Goma, the region’s major city, the U.N. said Friday, also expressing concerns over executions it learned were carried out by the rebels following a major escalation of their yearslong rebellion. U.N. spokesman Stephane Dujarric said the World Health Organization and its partners conducted an assessment …

UN says more than 700 killed, 2,800 injured in just five days of fighting in DRC
1 month, 3 weeks ago

UN says more than 700 killed, 2,800 injured in just five days of fighting in DRC

CNN  

Atlanta CNN — More than 700 people have been killed and 2,800 injured in just five days since fighting escalated in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo between January 26-30, UN Secretary-General spokesperson Stephane Dujarric told reporters Friday. On Wednesday DRC President Felix Tshisekedi vowed “a vigorous and coordinated response” against the rebel alliance that has besieged swathes …

Rwanda-backed rebels vow to take DRC capital after claiming capture of Goma
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rwanda-backed rebels vow to take DRC capital after claiming capture of Goma

Al Jazeera  

Rwanda-backed rebels are closing in on the key eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo city of Bukavu, promising to continue their lightning offensive until they take the national capital. The bloody conflict in the eastern DRC took a dramatic turn this week when Kigali-backed fighters from the M23 claimed to take control of Goma in North Kivu province before advancing …

Rwanda-backed rebels in eastern Congo say they plan to take their fight to the capital
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rwanda-backed rebels in eastern Congo say they plan to take their fight to the capital

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — Rwanda-backed rebels who captured eastern Congo’s largest city said Thursday they want to take their fight to the far-off capital, Kinshasa, while Congo’s president called for a massive military mobilization to resist the rebellion and his defense minister rejected calls for talks. In a video message, Congo’s Defense Minister Guy Kabombo Muadiamvita said he has directed plans …

DR Congo’s president says country won’t be humiliated after rebels claim takeover
1 month, 3 weeks ago

DR Congo’s president says country won’t be humiliated after rebels claim takeover

CNN  

CNN — Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi has vowed “a vigorous and coordinated response” against a rebel alliance that has besieged swathes of the nation’s mineral-rich east and forced hundreds of local troops to surrender. Goma, the largest city in eastern DR Congo’s North Kivu province, fell under the control of the AFC/M23 rebel coalition on Monday, the …

M23 rebels take more towns as they expand control after seizing east Congo’s largest city
1 month, 3 weeks ago

M23 rebels take more towns as they expand control after seizing east Congo’s largest city

The Hindu  

Rebels backed by Rwanda captured more towns in eastern Congo on Wednesday as they moved beyond the key city of Goma in an apparent attempt to expand their control in the conflict-battered region. Meanwhile, rebels took control of Goma’s airport, said Dujarric, the U.N. spokesperson, warning of risks of a breakdown of law and order in the city, “given the …

Rwanda-backed rebels take more towns as they expand control after seizing east Congo’s largest city
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rwanda-backed rebels take more towns as they expand control after seizing east Congo’s largest city

Associated Press  

GOMA, Congo — Rebels backed by Rwanda captured more towns in eastern Congo on Wednesday as they moved beyond the key city of Goma in an apparent attempt to expand their control in the conflict-battered region. M23 rebels release captured Romanian mercenaries, who were fighting alongside Democratic Republic of Congo army, at Gisenyi border point in Congo, Wednesday, Jan. 29, …

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