Mine collapses in eastern Congo, kills at least ten
A mine collapse in eastern Congo resulted in at least ten deaths, according to a rebel-appointed provincial governor.
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Toddlers among rape victims as violence rises in Congo: UN
UNICEF reports that thousands of children, including toddlers, have suffered sexual violence in eastern Congo, where rape is being used as a weapon of war.
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M23 and African troops agree to Congo ceasefire
M23 rebels agree to ceasefire with African peacekeepers as troops withdraw from eastern Congo.
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M23 rebels retreat from Walikale to support peace talks in Congo
In line with their ceasefire, M23 rebels pulled out of Walikale to foster peace initiatives and promote political dialogue in Congo.
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DRC’s military trials highlight corruption and low morale
Military trials in Congo expose widespread corruption, poor leadership, and low morale, as soldiers face charges of desertion and crimes while the army struggles against Rwanda-backed M23 rebels.
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DR Congo asks stronger sanctions on Rwanda for backing rebels
The EU is reviewing agreements with Rwanda in response to the ongoing violence in Congo.
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Uganda military chief warns of attack on Congo’s Bunia town
Ugandan military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba has threatened to attack the eastern Congo town of Bunia unless all armed groups surrender within 24 hours, escalating regional tensions.
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DR Congo cancels peace festival Amidst rising violence
Amani Festival, a celebration of music and peace, has fallen victim to the ongoing conflict in eastern Congo, forcing organizers to postpone the event.
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Uganda hands over fleeing Congolese police to DRC
Uganda has repatriated nearly 100 Congolese police officers who fled across the border to escape clashes between the M23 rebel group and the Congolese army.
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Nearly 100 Congolese police flee to Uganda amid fighting
Uganda is facing a refugee influx as Congolese police and civilians escape the intensifying fighting in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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