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Jan 26, 19:07

Congo Cuts Ties with Rwanda Amidst Eastern Congo Conflict

Congo severed diplomatic ties with Rwanda on Saturday due to the escalating conflict in eastern Congo, where Rwanda-backed M23 rebels are closing in on Goma, killing at least 13 peacekeepers and foreign soldiers and displacing thousands of civilians.

Congo Cuts Ties with Rwanda Amidst Eastern Congo Conflict

Congo severed diplomatic ties with Rwanda on Saturday due to the escalating conflict in eastern Congo, where Rwanda-backed M23 rebels are closing in on Goma, killing at least 13 peacekeepers and foreign soldiers and displacing thousands of civilians.

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What are the underlying causes of the conflict between Congo and Rwanda, and what role do external actors play?

The conflict's intensification, marked by M23's territorial gains and the death of peacekeepers, has led Congo to cut ties with Rwanda, whom they accuse of supporting the rebels. This escalation risks further regional instability and underscores the limitations of the current peacekeeping efforts.

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Merz Conditions Peacekeeper Deployment on Russian Consensus, Supports Taurus Missiles

Friedrich Merz, CDU leader and German Chancellor candidate, conditions the deployment of German peacekeepers in Ukraine on an international mandate, ideally with Russian consensus, supports supplying Taurus missiles to Kyiv, and opposes a special fund for Ukraine, preferring current budget financing...

Merz Conditions Peacekeeper Deployment on Russian Consensus, Supports Taurus Missiles

Friedrich Merz, CDU leader and German Chancellor candidate, conditions the deployment of German peacekeepers in Ukraine on an international mandate, ideally with Russian consensus, supports supplying Taurus missiles to Kyiv, and opposes a special fund for Ukraine, preferring current budget financing...

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What are the conditions set by Friedrich Merz for deploying German peacekeepers in Ukraine, and what are the immediate implications of his position?

Friedrich Merz, CDU leader and German Chancellor candidate, stated that deploying German peacekeepers in Ukraine is conditional upon an international mandate, ideally with Russian consensus. He emphasized this would only be relevant if a peace agreement is reached and Ukraine requires security guarantees. Merz also supports supplying Taurus missiles to Kyiv, viewing them as crucial for peacebuilding.

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Jan 26, 19:07

18 Peacekeepers Killed in Eastern Congo Conflict

At least 18 peacekeepers have been killed in eastern Congo as M23 rebels backed by Rwanda battle Congolese forces and foreign peacekeepers near Goma, prompting a humanitarian crisis and calls for a ceasefire from the African Union, while the DRC and Rwanda have withdrawn diplomats.

18 Peacekeepers Killed in Eastern Congo Conflict

At least 18 peacekeepers have been killed in eastern Congo as M23 rebels backed by Rwanda battle Congolese forces and foreign peacekeepers near Goma, prompting a humanitarian crisis and calls for a ceasefire from the African Union, while the DRC and Rwanda have withdrawn diplomats.

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What is the immediate impact of the escalating conflict in eastern Congo on regional stability and humanitarian needs?

The conflict in eastern Congo has intensified, resulting in the deaths of at least 18 peacekeepers from South Africa, Uruguay, and Malawi. Humanitarian needs in Goma are escalating, with the HRW warning of dire consequences. The African Union has called for an immediate ceasefire.

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