M23 rebels have captured Walikale, a key mining area in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, amidst ongoing calls for a ceasefire from Rwanda and the DRC. This capture enables M23 to control significant tin and gold resources, furthering their influence in the region. Following a surprise attack, M23 is reported to be within miles of Kisangani, the country's fourth largest city. With over 7,000 casualties and massive displacement since the conflict's escalation, the humanitarian situation remains dire, with residents expressing concerns about their safety and the apparent withdrawal of Congolese military support.
M23 rebels are now in control of Walikale, a strategic mining hub in eastern DRC, enhancing their positioning in an ongoing conflict.
This rebellion marks a significant shift in control over resources, as M23 captures an area rich in tin and gold.
The ongoing violence has resulted in over 7,000 deaths and hundreds of thousands displaced, highlighting the humanitarian crisis in the region.
As reported by locals, heavy gunfire continues, and residents feel abandoned by the Congolese army, intensifying fears of insecurity in Walikale.
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