African leaders have gathered in Tanzania's city of Dar es Salaam in efforts to find a resolution to the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Heavy clashes between Congolese forces and M23 rebels continue in eastern Congo, despite a ceasefire announced earlier this week. The UN warns of a worsening humanitarian crisis as thousands are displaced and key areas fall under rebel control.
Uganda has reinforced its military presence in eastern Congo, deploying 1,000–2,000 additional troops near the M23 conflict zone. The move raises concerns over a regional escalation, as Uganda and Rwanda both have forces operating in the area amid growing instability.
The Rwanda-backed rebels who seized the city of Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo have declared a unilateral ceasefire starting on Tuesday.
President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo has pledged a strong military response to M23 rebels, accusing Rwanda of backing them and condemning global inaction. He called for national resilience and a humanitarian plan for the displaced.
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