The M23 rebels, with Rwandan support, have taken control of Kavumu Airport in eastern Congo, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi denounced Rwanda's actions, accusing it of expansionism and calling for international sanctions against Kigali. Tshisekedi will not attend the upcoming African Union summit, choosing instead to focus on the conflict. Meanwhile, M23 claimed the airport's acquisition was crucial to eliminate perceived threats, asserting that they faced minimal resistance from the local population. The African Union has called for an observance of a ceasefire amid ongoing military hostilities.
The airport posed a danger to the civilian population, and our actions were necessary to ensure their safety,
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