02:57
Heavy fighting erupts in eastern DRC’s Goma
Gunfire shook Goma overnight as fighting flared between M23 rebels and pro-government forces.
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14:49
Over 10 people executed in Goma, Congo says
Rwanda and its M23 auxiliaries executed more than 10 people in Goma, DRC, as the group’s violent actions escalate. The M23 rebels, controlling Goma since January, have instilled fear with crimes while the UN condemns Rwanda’s alleged support for the group.
07:20
Goma
Mass burial in Goma as conflict toll rises
In the aftermath of intense fighting in eastern Congo, Red Cross workers and health officials have begun mass burials to ease pressure on overwhelmed morgues. At least 773 people have been killed since M23 rebels seized control of Goma, with thousands more wounded and displaced.
04:12
Rebel leader vows to stay in Goma, advance towards Kinshasa
Corneille Nangaa, leader of the Congo River Alliance (AFC) rebel coalition, has vowed to maintain control of Goma and continue their march towards the capital, Kinshasa, after capturing the strategic eastern city on January 30.
09:44
US urges immediate action as Rwanda-backed rebels seize Goma
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Rwanda’s president that Washington is deeply troubled by the fall of Goma to Rwandan-backed rebels. As fighting escalates, the US is urging the UN Security Council to take action to halt the offensive in eastern Congo.
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