Since January, the resurgence of the M23 rebel group in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has precipitated severe violence, resulting in 7,000 deaths and displacing over 450,000 individuals. This escalation poses risks for broader regional conflict, with M23 capturing major cities and assaults on civilians documented, including claims of child murders. Critical healthcare systems are overwhelmed, particularly in Goma, a city struggling to accommodate the influx of injured civilians. The humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate, exacerbated by mass displacements to neighboring countries like Burundi.
Since January, fighting in eastern DRC has resulted in about 7,000 deaths and rendered approximately 450,000 individuals homeless as M23 rebels advance. The conflict is escalating.
Despite calls for a ceasefire, fighting continues, overwhelming Goma's hospitals. M23 rebels are accused of atrocities including killing children, further worsening the humanitarian crisis.
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