Over 100,000 in DRC flee homes amid rebel attacks
The capture of a town by M23 rebels in eastern DR Congo has triggered a mass exodus, displacing over 100,000 people.
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M23 rebels capture Eastern Congo town, claiming 15 lives
Situated approximately 130 km (80 miles) north by road from the provincial capital Goma, Nyanzale has been home to thousands of internally displaced people
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DR Congo rebel attacks leave 15 dead, trigger mass exodus
Eyewitness accounts from locals, health professionals, and government officials point to targeted attacks in the Rutshuru region of North Kivu
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Road Nightmare: Drivers stranded for days in eastern DR Congo
The closure of the border between Burundi and Rwanda in January has further exacerbated the situation
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Two women accused of witchcraft stoned, burned in DRC
Witchcraft fears turn deadly in Congo as two women are publicly stoned and burned.
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25-year UN mission in DRC ends
United Nations has started pulling peacekeepers out of the Democratic Republic of Congo, ending a 25-year presence despite ongoing violence in the east.
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Civilian casualties growing risks in DRC-M23 conflict — Amnesty
Thousands flee their homes in DR Congo as intense fighting between government and M23 rebels threatens the city of Goma, with accusations directed at Rwanda.
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US demands Rwanda withdraw troops as M23 threatens Goma
US accuses Rwanda of fueling DR Congo conflict by backing M23 rebels, urging both sides to end violence displacing thousands.
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Explosion hits DR Congo airport amid escalating conflict in restive east
Tensions have heightened in recent days near the strategic town of Sake, located approximately 20 kilometers (12 miles) from Goma
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Ethiopia hosts mini-summit to tackle DRC conflict, regional tensions
Tshisekedi accuses Rwanda of fueling DR Congo conflict at peace talks, urging end to hostilities and regional instability.
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