Why has DRC filed criminal charges against Apple over conflict minerals'?

'The Democratic Republic of the Congo has filed criminal complaints against Apple’s subsidiaries in France and Belgium over the use of conflict minerals in their supply chains, highlighting concerns over deceptive practices in their consumer assurances.'

'Conflict minerals are defined by the OECD as tantalum, tin, tungsten, and gold sourced from conflict-affected areas. The region, particularly the DRC, is infamous for its severe human rights abuses linked to these minerals.'

'Many human rights organizations report that mining conditions in these regions are appalling. Workers often endure forms of slavery, unpaid work, and extreme poverty, exacerbating the cycle of exploitation in conflict zones.'

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