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M23 rebels have resumed hostilities against the Congolese army in South Kivu, ending a brief respite in fighting. Following recent reports from the UN, casualties have exceeded 2,900 since January, …
Renewed Fighting in DR Congo as M23 Rebels Advance on Bukavu Read More
UNICEF has accused armed groups in eastern Congo, including M23 rebels and government forces, of raping numerous children in violation of their rights. In a troubling development, healthcare facilities reported …
UNICEF Reports Child Rape Incidents in Eastern Congo Amid Ongoing Conflict Read More
The DRC faces a resurgence of violence as Rwandan-backed M23 rebels advance towards Bukavu, following their capture of Goma. The conflict has roots in post-genocide tensions and has caused hundreds …
Violence Surge in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Causes and Consequences Read More
Congo’s government dismisses M23 rebels’ ceasefire as “false communication” amid reports of continued fighting. The M23 recently captured Goma and is advancing toward Bukavu, while Rwanda is believed to support …
Congo Rejects M23 Ceasefire Amid Escalating Fighting and Rising Toll Read More
The surge of violence in northeastern Colombia involves two rebel groups competing for control, resulting in over 54,000 displacements and around 80 deaths. This situation stems from longstanding territorial disputes …
The Impact of Venezuelan Turmoil on Colombian Violence: The Case of ELN Read More
The UN Human Rights Chief has raised alarm over escalating violence in eastern DRC, attributing it to the Rwanda-backed M23 group. Since January, nearly 3,000 have died, with significant health …
UN Rights Chief Warns of Deteriorating Crisis in Eastern DRC Without Global Action Read More
M23 rebels have seized Goma, DRC’s largest city, purportedly to protect Congolese Tutsis from Hutu militias. This escalation has resulted in thousands of casualties and mass displacement. The conflict’s historical …
M23 Advances in DRC Raise Alarms of Potential Regional Conflict Read More
African leaders are urging military chiefs from the M23 group and the Congolese government to negotiate a ceasefire after escalating violence in eastern DRC. A summit in Tanzania highlighted the …
African Leaders Seek Ceasefire Negotiations in Eastern DRC Read More
Congo has cut diplomatic relations with Rwanda as M23 rebels advance on Goma, causing significant civilian displacement and casualties among peacekeepers. The rebels claim territorial gains amid accusations of support …
Congo Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Rwanda Amid Escalating Conflict in Goma Read More
The Rwanda-backed M23 militia is approaching Bukavu in the eastern DRC after previously capturing Goma, resulting in over 2,900 fatalities and extensive displacement. This escalation highlights ongoing humanitarian crises and …
Rwanda-Backed M23 Militia Advances Towards Bukavu in Eastern DRC Read More