M23, Congo and Kalembe

DR Congo army says it takes back Kalembe from M23, rebels deny
Democratic Republic of Congo's army on Tuesday said it had taken back the eastern town of Kalembe a day after it was seized by M23 rebels.
M23 rebels seize Congolese town of Kalembe
The M23 rebel group has taken control of the town of Kalembe in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, strengthening its influence in the region, according to an official and a former MP. Since 2022, the Tutsi-led M23 has waged an insurgency in the central African country's violence-torn east.
M23 rebels seize Kalembe town in east DR Congo
The M23 rebel group has seized the town of Kalembe in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, expanding its reach in the region, an official and a former lawmaker said on Monday.
M23 Rebels Seize Kalembe: The Struggle for Congo's Riches
The M23 rebel group has captured the town of Kalembe in eastern Congo, intensifying its insurgency. Accusations of Rwanda's support continue as the group reportedly seeks control over local gold mines.
Angola Accuses M23 Of Violating Ceasefire In DR Congo
Angola has accused the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels of violating a ceasefire in eastern Democratic of Republic of Congo, according to a statement seen by AFP on Tuesday.
DRC army says it takes back Kalembe from M23, rebels deny
Ekenge said fighting was ongoing between the pro-government militia and the M23 in areas that were not under army control
M23 Rebels Seize Congolese Town of Kalembe, Officials Say
The Tutsi-led M23 has been waging an insurgency in the central African country's violence-torn east since 2022. Congo and the United Nations accuse neighbouring Rwanda of backing the group with its own troops and weapons. Rwanda denies this but says it has taken so-called defensive measures.
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