Overview
- The Democratic Republic of Congo reports over 7,000 deaths, including many civilians, in conflict zones since January 2025.
- The M23 militia, allegedly backed by Rwanda, has seized control of key cities Goma and Bukavu in North and South Kivu provinces.
- The violence has displaced 2.8 million people, with over 450,000 rendered homeless due to the destruction of refugee camps.
- The UN Security Council has called on Rwanda to cease its support for M23 and withdraw its troops from the region.
- South African peacekeeping troops, part of a regional intervention force, have faced severe challenges, including casualties and resource shortages, with injured personnel being evacuated through Rwanda.