The conflict in Congo is intensifying, causing more and more civilians to flee
People fleeing the advance of the M23 rebels arrive by boat in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, 22.01.2025 Posted: January 22, 2025 | Last updated: January 22, 2025

M23 rebellion, Democratic Republic of Congo

A rebel group is advancing on eastern Congo’s largest city and over 100,000 people have fled
Congo rebels seize eastern town on critical supply route
The M23 rebel group in Democratic Republic of Congo has seized the eastern town of Minova, a main supply route for the provincial capital Goma, a local governor and a rebel leader said on Tuesday as the army reported fighting on all fronts.
Congo's M23 Rebels Seize Eastern Town of Minova
Democratic Republic of Congo's M23 rebels have seized the eastern town of Minova, a main supply route for the provincial capital Goma, a rebel spokesperson and the provincial governor said on Tuesday.
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