Rwanda-backed M23 rebels reach centre of Bukavu in DR Congo
M23 rebels have advanced into the centre of Bukavu, South Kivu’s capital, in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
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‘Over the precipice’: UN chief sounds alarm on DR Congo fighting
Antonio Guterres says a ‘regional escalation must be avoided at all costs’ as Rwanda-backed M23 forces gain ground.
Congo asks leagues, teams to cut Rwanda ties
The NBA, whose recent Africa expansion is centered in Rwanda, is the latest to receive a letter from Congo officials;…
M23 fighters resume attacks in DR Congo after two-day pause
Fighters continue advancing on South Kivu province despite ceasefire calls from regional leaders.
DR Congo summit directs army chiefs to enforce ceasefire
The Rwanda-backed M23 is closing on the town of Kavumu in South Kivu in an offensive that has left thousands…
UN warns against regional spread of DR Congo conflict
‘Worst may be yet to come’ says UN human rights chief as DRC and Rwanda deny responsibility and blame one…
Rwandan troops ‘dying in large numbers in DRC’, despite official denials of role
Exclusive: Sources say thousands of RDF killed supporting M23 rebels in eastern Congo, intensifying pressure on Kigali Hundreds of Rwandan…
DR Congo court issues arrest warrant for rebel leader Corneille Nangaa
Nangaa is the leader of the Congo River Alliance that includes M23 fighters.
Congo Mourns Its Dead After Rebels Capture Key City of Goma
Nearly 3,000 people were killed over the last week as rebels captured a key city in one of the deadliest…
Rwandan-backed M23 rebels declare ceasefire in DRC
The M23 armed group said it will pause its advance across DR Congo for humanitarian reasons.
