M23 rebels try to expand control in DR Congo
Africa • Jan 30, 2025, 8:10 PM
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In tonight's edition: The M23 militia has advanced on a new front in eastern DR Congo, seizing two districts in South Kivu province. The Rwandan-backed rebel group reportedly faces little resistance. Meanwhile, East African leaders have called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire.
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Africa • 9:51 AM
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In a stadium rally held in the recently captured city of Goma Thursday, M23 political leader Corneille Nangaa asserted that he wanted to march on DR Congo's capital – Kinshasa. Backed by neighbouring Rwanda, the M23 rebels continued advances elsewhere in
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Africa • 12:08 AM
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The Rwanda-backed rebels who captured eastern Congo's key city of Goma sought to shore up public support amid growing international pressure. As the M23 rebels continue their advance, ignoring the UN secretary-general's call to lay down their arms, FRANC
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