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Clashes in Bukavu Leave 11 Dead
Clashes erupted in Bukavu, DR Congo, during a rebel rally on October 6, resulting in at least 11 deaths and 60 injuries, according to AFP; the M23 rebel group, backed by Rwanda, recently seized the city. The Congolese government and the rebels blame each other for the violence.
Clashes in Bukavu Leave 11 Dead
Clashes erupted in Bukavu, DR Congo, during a rebel rally on October 6, resulting in at least 11 deaths and 60 injuries, according to AFP; the M23 rebel group, backed by Rwanda, recently seized the city. The Congolese government and the rebels blame each other for the violence.
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40% Bias Score
ICC Prosecutor Visits Congo Amidst Thousands of Deaths from Rebel Violence
ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan visited the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) due to the ongoing violence in the east, where thousands have died this year from rebel group attacks; the ICC investigates crimes since 2004, focusing on rebel groups and potential involvement of the Congolese and Rwandan armi...
ICC Prosecutor Visits Congo Amidst Thousands of Deaths from Rebel Violence
ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan visited the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) due to the ongoing violence in the east, where thousands have died this year from rebel group attacks; the ICC investigates crimes since 2004, focusing on rebel groups and potential involvement of the Congolese and Rwandan armi...
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40% Bias Score
EU Responds Cautiously to DRC Crisis, Delays Sanctions on Rwanda
Following the M23 rebel takeover of Goma, DRC, the EU suspended defense talks with Rwanda, reviewed a raw materials agreement, and urged troop withdrawal, though Luxembourg delayed stronger sanctions pending African Union-mediated negotiations in Harare.
EU Responds Cautiously to DRC Crisis, Delays Sanctions on Rwanda
Following the M23 rebel takeover of Goma, DRC, the EU suspended defense talks with Rwanda, reviewed a raw materials agreement, and urged troop withdrawal, though Luxembourg delayed stronger sanctions pending African Union-mediated negotiations in Harare.
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52% Bias Score
UK suspends aid to Rwanda over DRC rebel support
The UK government has suspended aid to Rwanda and will no longer attend events hosted by its government due to Rwanda's support for the M23 rebel group in the DRC, which recently occupied Goma and Bukavu, prompting the UK to threaten sanctions and review export licenses for the Rwandan Defence Force...
UK suspends aid to Rwanda over DRC rebel support
The UK government has suspended aid to Rwanda and will no longer attend events hosted by its government due to Rwanda's support for the M23 rebel group in the DRC, which recently occupied Goma and Bukavu, prompting the UK to threaten sanctions and review export licenses for the Rwandan Defence Force...
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40% Bias Score
Deadly Unknown Illness Spreads in Northwestern Congo
An unknown illness in northwestern Congo has killed over 50 people since January 21, with 419 cases reported; initial investigations suggest a link to bat consumption, but tests for common hemorrhagic fevers were negative.
Deadly Unknown Illness Spreads in Northwestern Congo
An unknown illness in northwestern Congo has killed over 50 people since January 21, with 419 cases reported; initial investigations suggest a link to bat consumption, but tests for common hemorrhagic fevers were negative.
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48% Bias Score
Congo Conflict: Ndayishimiye-Tshisekedi Meeting Amidst Refugee Crisis
Burundian President Ndayishimiye met with Congolese President Tshisekedi in Kinshasa on Sunday to discuss the escalating conflict in eastern Congo, where over 42,000 refugees have fled to Burundi in the past two weeks, while the ICC urges adherence to international law and the UK plans sanctions aga...
Congo Conflict: Ndayishimiye-Tshisekedi Meeting Amidst Refugee Crisis
Burundian President Ndayishimiye met with Congolese President Tshisekedi in Kinshasa on Sunday to discuss the escalating conflict in eastern Congo, where over 42,000 refugees have fled to Burundi in the past two weeks, while the ICC urges adherence to international law and the UK plans sanctions aga...
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36% Bias Score
Goma Prison Massacre: Over 150 Women, 25 Children Dead in M23-Linked Atrocity
Over 153 women and at least 25 children died in a horrific prison fire in Goma, DRC, on January 27th, after 4,000 male inmates rioted, escaped, and systematically raped and murdered female prisoners during an M23 rebel assault. Tear gas deployed by security forces worsened conditions.
Goma Prison Massacre: Over 150 Women, 25 Children Dead in M23-Linked Atrocity
Over 153 women and at least 25 children died in a horrific prison fire in Goma, DRC, on January 27th, after 4,000 male inmates rioted, escaped, and systematically raped and murdered female prisoners during an M23 rebel assault. Tear gas deployed by security forces worsened conditions.
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52% Bias Score
EU's Cautious Response to DRC Conflict: Sanctions Vetoed, Negotiations Prioritized
Following the M23 rebel capture of Goma, the EU partially suspended defense consultations with Rwanda, initiated a review of a raw materials agreement, but Luxembourg vetoed stronger sanctions, prioritizing ongoing African Union-led negotiations in Harare.
EU's Cautious Response to DRC Conflict: Sanctions Vetoed, Negotiations Prioritized
Following the M23 rebel capture of Goma, the EU partially suspended defense consultations with Rwanda, initiated a review of a raw materials agreement, but Luxembourg vetoed stronger sanctions, prioritizing ongoing African Union-led negotiations in Harare.
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40% Bias Score
100 Children Recruited into Militias in Eastern DRC Amidst School Closures
At least 100 children were recruited into local militias in eastern DRC between November and December 2024, due to the closure of 190 schools caused by the conflict and displacement, exposing vulnerable children to recruitment by approximately 50 active armed groups.
100 Children Recruited into Militias in Eastern DRC Amidst School Closures
At least 100 children were recruited into local militias in eastern DRC between November and December 2024, due to the closure of 190 schools caused by the conflict and displacement, exposing vulnerable children to recruitment by approximately 50 active armed groups.
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48% Bias Score
DR Congo Violence: ICC Investigation Amidst Regional Crisis
ICC prosecutor Karim Khan arrived in DR Congo on Tuesday to investigate violence in the east, where M23 rebels backed by Rwanda have seized two major cities, causing over 7,000 deaths since January, prompting the UK to suspend aid to Rwanda and the appointment of ex-African leaders to mediate a ceas...
DR Congo Violence: ICC Investigation Amidst Regional Crisis
ICC prosecutor Karim Khan arrived in DR Congo on Tuesday to investigate violence in the east, where M23 rebels backed by Rwanda have seized two major cities, causing over 7,000 deaths since January, prompting the UK to suspend aid to Rwanda and the appointment of ex-African leaders to mediate a ceas...
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44% Bias Score
South African Casualties in DRC Conflict Rise to 14
The South African army confirmed the evacuation of seriously wounded soldiers from Goma, DRC, following clashes with the M23 rebel group and Rwandan troops; at least 14 South African soldiers have died since January, while over 7,000 deaths are reported since January by Kinshasa, amidst accusations ...
South African Casualties in DRC Conflict Rise to 14
The South African army confirmed the evacuation of seriously wounded soldiers from Goma, DRC, following clashes with the M23 rebel group and Rwandan troops; at least 14 South African soldiers have died since January, while over 7,000 deaths are reported since January by Kinshasa, amidst accusations ...
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40% Bias Score
Kabila Blames Tshisekedi's Governance for DRC Conflict
Former Congolese President Joseph Kabila blames President Félix Tshisekedi's governance for the ongoing conflict in eastern DRC, citing the 2023 election as a sham and accusing Tshisekedi of silencing opposition and human rights abuses; he warns that unless these issues are addressed, the conflict w...
Kabila Blames Tshisekedi's Governance for DRC Conflict
Former Congolese President Joseph Kabila blames President Félix Tshisekedi's governance for the ongoing conflict in eastern DRC, citing the 2023 election as a sham and accusing Tshisekedi of silencing opposition and human rights abuses; he warns that unless these issues are addressed, the conflict w...
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44% Bias Score
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