Escalating Conflict in Eastern Congo Claims Over 7,000 Lives Amid M23 Offensive
Conflict in eastern Congo has led to over 7,000 deaths this year as M23 rebels capture key territories, while humanitarian conditions worsen.
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The ongoing conflict in eastern Congo has resulted in more than 7,000 deaths this year, with recent advances by Rwanda-backed M23 rebels. The rebels captured significant cities, including Goma and Bukavu, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis as 450,000 are now homeless from destroyed displacement camps. The M23 claims to protect Tutsis and has vowed to unseat the Congolese government, leading to fears of a broader regional conflict. Calls from Congo's prime minister for international sanctions highlight the alarming security situation and escalating human rights abuses in the area.
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The M23 rebel group, backed by Rwanda, aims to protect Tutsis and has vowed to unseat the Congolese government, contributing to fears of a broader regional conflict.
The conflict has worsened the humanitarian situation, with over 7,000 deaths this year, 450,000 people left homeless due to destroyed displacement camps, and millions in need of urgent aid.
Rwanda is the primary backer of the M23 armed group, supporting its offensive in eastern DRC with significant military resources.
Congo's prime minister has called for international sanctions to address the alarming security situation and escalating human rights abuses.
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