Rwanda-backed M23 rebels entered the strategic town of Walikale in eastern Congo late Wednesday, according to residents and civil society leaders, a day after the Congolese and Rwandan presidents called for an immediate ceasefire

Author: JUSTIN KABUMBA Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 20/03/2025 | 09:27:32

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Rwanda-backed M23 rebels enter strategic town of Walikale in eastern Congo late Wednesday. The escalation comes a day after the presidents of Congo and Rwanda held unexpected talks in Qatar. M23 is one of about 100 armed groups that have been vying for a foothold in mineral-rich eastern Congo. More than 7 million people have been displaced. The rebels are supported by about 4,000 troops from neighboring Rwanda. U.N. Human rights Council launched a commission to investigate atrocities.

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