The article reports on the deaths of nine South African and three Malawian peacekeepers, killed during clashes with M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The conflict has escalated in January, with M23 gaining control of more territory, leading to UN warnings about a potential regional war. Despite fierce fighting, Congolese troops and peacekeepers succeeded in pushing back the M23 advance towards Goma, the capital of North Kivu province. The situation remains volatile, with military spokespeople confirming the casualties and promising further updates.
Nine South African and three Malawian peacekeepers have been killed by M23 rebels in ongoing clashes in the Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting escalating conflict.
The M23 rebellion has intensified, with rebels capturing territory and prompting UN warnings of a potential broader regional conflict in the mineral-rich eastern DRC.
Despite the fierce fighting, Congolese troops and peacekeepers managed to push back the M23 rebels, preventing their advance towards the city of Goma.
The situation remains volatile, with military officials confirming the deaths of peacekeepers during confrontations with M23 rebels in eastern DRC.
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