Overview

• The DRC government has submitted a formal request to the Senate to lift Joseph Kabila's immunity, citing charges of treason, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.
• Kabila, a senator for life and former president, is accused of supporting the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group, which has seized key eastern cities and displaced millions.
• Justice Minister Constant Mutamba claims the government has gathered clear evidence of Kabila's involvement in atrocities in eastern DRC.
• The Senate, dominated by President Tshisekedi's party, will deliberate on the request as fighting continues in eastern provinces despite recent truce efforts.
• Kabila, who denies the allegations, remains in the rebel-held city of Goma, where he claims to be participating in peace efforts.