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M23 rebels advance as DRC gov’t offers $5m reward to capture rebel leaders

The ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has seen a significant escalation with the advance of the M23 rebel group. The M23, which is primarily composed of ethnic Tutsi fighters, has been involved in armed conflicts in the eastern DRC for over a decade. Despite several peace agreements and ceasefires, the group has continued to disrupt the region, making substantial…
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DR Congo rebels have abducted hospital patients

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), ongoing violence and insecurity have resulted in a growing humanitarian crisis, with one of the latest reports highlighting the abduction of hospital patients by rebel groups. The DRC has long been plagued by instability, particularly in the eastern regions of the country, where various armed groups, including rebels, militias, and foreign fighters…
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DR Congo conflict has claimed 7,000 lives

The ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has claimed the lives of over 7,000 people in recent years, highlighting the persistent instability that has plagued the nation for decades. This devastating conflict, largely concentrated in the eastern regions of the DRC, involves a complex web of political, ethnic, and economic factors, with both local and international actors…
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Red Cross buries 18 bodies in mass grave amid Bukavu clashes

In the wake of recent clashes in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has conducted a mass burial of 18 bodies at the Musigiko cemetery. These individuals were victims of ongoing conflicts involving armed groups, including the M23 rebels. The ICRC’s intervention was crucial, as families were unable to retrieve their deceased due to…
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South Africa urges cooperation at G20 meeting amid tensions over Ukraine

At the recent G20 foreign ministers’ meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of multilateralism and adherence to international law in addressing global crises, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He called for collective action to resolve disputes through negotiation and inclusive dialogue, underscoring the necessity of upholding…
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At least 20 Nigerian soldiers killed in attack on remote army base

At least 20 Nigerian soldiers were killed in a brutal attack on a remote army base in the northeastern part of the country, marking one of the deadliest assaults on the military in recent months. The attack, which occurred in the restive Borno state, is believed to have been carried out by Islamist militants associated with the terrorist group Boko Haram or its offshoot, the Islamic State West…
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Egypt supplies more arms to Somalia

Egypt’s decision to supply arms to Somalia has been a significant development in the region, reflecting its strategic interests and the evolving dynamics of security in the Horn of Africa. This move is often seen as part of Egypt’s broader efforts to strengthen its influence in neighboring countries while addressing security challenges, particularly those posed by militant…
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