🇨🇩 Goma Falls: M23 Rebels Seize Key City in Eastern DRC

The M23 rebel group has captured Goma, the capital of North Kivu province in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict. The rebels surrounded the city on Sunday and issued an ultimatum for Congolese forces to surrender by Monday morning.

Regional tensions have soared with the DRC accusing Rwanda of backing the rebels. Kenya's President Ruto, as EAC chair, has called an urgent regional summit to address the crisis. Meanwhile, humanitarian concerns grow as thousands flee the fighting.

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🇨🇩 Goma Falls: M23 Rebels Take Control of Eastern Congo’s Key City

In a dramatic escalation of one of Africa's longest-running conflicts, M23 rebels, backed by Rwanda, have announced the capture of Goma, the largest city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The takeover follows intense fighting and a 48-hour ultimatum issued to the Congolese army.

The humanitarian crisis is deepening as Goma’s 2 million residents face mass panic. The UN reports rebels are using civilians as human shields while thousands flee. Over a third of North Kivu’s population is already displaced, and the situation is expected to worsen.

The international community, including the UN, US, and France, has called for a ceasefire and urged Rwanda to withdraw its support for M23. Congo has severed diplomatic ties with Rwanda, accusing it of fueling the rebellion.

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