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M23 Declares Ceasefire in Goma After 900 Deaths

The M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of Congo declared a ceasefire after seizing Goma last week, resulting in at least 900 deaths, amidst a long-standing conflict fueled by ethnic tensions and resource control, with UN evidence indicating Rwandan support.

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Uganda Deploys More Troops to Eastern Congo, Heightening Regional Tensions

Uganda deployed over 1,000 additional soldiers to eastern Congo near the conflict zone between the Congolese army and M23 rebels, raising fears of regional escalation despite Ugandan denials of supporting the M23 and claims that the deployment is to fight the ADF.

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Goma Regains Calm, but Humanitarian Crisis Persists Amidst Difficult Displaced Person Returns

The city of Goma in eastern DRC is regaining calm after weeks of fighting between the Congolese army and M23 rebels, but millions of displaced people face a dire humanitarian situation with scarce aid and difficult returns home due to insecurity and lack of resources since May 2023.

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Rwanda Denies DRC Occupation Amidst Humanitarian Crisis

Rwanda is accused by the Congolese foreign minister of illegally occupying the DRC and attempting regime change, while Rwanda claims it is protecting its borders from attacks; the conflict has caused a humanitarian crisis with over 400,000 displaced and numerous human rights abuses reported.

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Rwanda's Congo Intervention: A Muted International Response

Rwanda is supporting the M23 militia in eastern Congo's conflict, mirroring Russia's tactics in Ukraine's 2014 Donbas conflict. Despite international condemnation, a decisive response is lacking due to geopolitical interests and economic considerations, raising concerns about regional stability and ...

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Congo Reconsiders UN Troop Withdrawal Amidst M23 Offensive

The M23 rebel group's capture of Goma in eastern Congo has prompted the Congolese government to reconsider the planned withdrawal of UN peacekeeping forces (MONUSCO), highlighting the mission's ineffectiveness in protecting civilians and the potential dangers of premature troop reductions in active ...

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M23 Declares Ceasefire in Eastern DRC Amidst Regional Tensions

The M23 rebel group in Congo declared a unilateral humanitarian ceasefire starting Tuesday in eastern DRC, following their capture of Goma which caused over 900 deaths and thousands of displaced people, according to the UN, and precedes a meeting between Congolese and Rwandan presidents.

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M23 Captures Goma, DRC: Regional War Fears Rise

The M23 rebel group, backed by Rwandan forces, captured Goma, a major city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, after days of intense fighting, displacing thousands and raising fears of a regional war; the UN estimates at least 700 deaths and nearly 3000 injuries.

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Congolese Army Retakes Ground from M23 Rebels in Eastern Congo

Congolese forces, aided by Burundi, have reportedly pushed back M23 rebels in eastern Congo, temporarily halting their advance towards Bukavu following the seizure of Goma, sparking international concern and diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire amid accusations of Rwandan support for the rebels.

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M23 Advance on Bukavu Risks Major Regional War

M23 rebels, backed by Rwanda, are advancing toward Bukavu, Congo, potentially triggering a major regional conflict by clashing with thousands of Burundian troops already present; the situation risks reigniting ethnic tensions and direct clashes between national armies.

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Limited International Pressure on Rwanda Amidst Renewed Congo Conflict

Rwanda's support for M23 rebels led to the capture of Goma, prompting criticism but limited sanctions from Western nations, unlike the 2012 response, due to Rwanda's improved international standing and Western focus on other crises.

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Congo-Rwanda Conflict Escalates After M23 Rebel Seizure of Goma

M23 rebels seized Goma, capital of North Kivu, Congo, on Monday, prompting an emergency summit of the East African Community that demanded a ceasefire and negotiations, but Congo's president vowed a military response, escalating a decades-old conflict rooted in the Rwandan genocide and control of Co...

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