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M23 Advances in DRC Spark UN Fears of Regional War

The M23, backed by Rwandan troops, captured Goma and Bukavu in eastern DRC by the end of January 2024, prompting UN concerns of a regional conflict and triggering international calls for sanctions against Rwanda.

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M23 Captures Goma, DRC; International Inaction Condemned

The M23, with alleged Rwandan support, captured Goma, DRC, causing over 100 deaths and displacing over 500,000 people, prompting President Tshisekedi to condemn international inaction and vow a response; attacks on embassies in Kinshasa followed.

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DRC Conflict Spills into Burundi, Exacerbating Regional Tensions

The conflict in eastern DRC between M23 rebels and FARDC forces has spilled over into Burundi, causing a refugee crisis and prompting accusations by Gitega that Rwanda is attempting to destabilize the region through support for armed groups, culminating in attacks that resulted in approximately twen...

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M23 Offensive in DRC: Sultani Makenga's Role in Renewed Conflict

Sultani Makenga, leader of the M23 rebel group, launched an offensive in eastern DRC, causing thousands of deaths and a diplomatic crisis with Rwanda; Makenga's history is rooted in decades of regional conflict, fueled by competition for resources and unresolved ethnic tensions, leading to accusatio...

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M23 Captures Goma, Exacerbating DRC Crisis

M23 rebels, supported by Rwanda, captured Goma, DRC on Monday, causing chaos and a humanitarian crisis; despite multiple failed peace initiatives, Angola plans renewed mediation efforts, but deep-rooted ethnic tensions and competing economic interests pose major obstacles.

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M23 Captures Masisi, Exacerbating Congo Conflict

The Rwanda-backed M23 militia seized the strategically important city of Masisi in eastern Congo, escalating the conflict after failed peace talks and representing a major setback for the Congolese army.

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