The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently highlighted the toll the war is taking on public finances, noting the closure of revenue collection offices in rebel-controlled areas and increased security spending
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The mission, launched in December 2023, aimed to support the Congolese government in its efforts to combat rebel groups in the country’s eastern provinces
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The ongoing conflict in eastern Congo has led to thousands of casualties and displaced hundreds of thousands of people
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UNICEF described the crisis as widespread and systemic, with sexual violence occurring at an alarming frequency as armed groups continue to battle for territory in the region
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Congo, home to vast reserves of cobalt, lithium, and uranium, has been battling Rwanda-backed M23 rebels, who have seized significant territory this year
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Muhoozi Kainerugaba, head of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and son of Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, made the threatening remarks on social media last weekend
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Thousands gathered in Beni to pay their respects to Idengo, whose outspoken songs criticized both the Congolese government and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels
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The move comes after the M23 rebels backtracked on their commitment to withdraw from the strategic town of Walikale on Monday
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The remarks highlight the broader regional implications of the ongoing conflict in eastern Congo, where M23 rebels have advanced since January, sparking violence
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Congolese army officials have not responded, but local residents confirmed on Monday that rebels remain in control of the town
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