Rebels Seize Goma as Conflict Between DRC and Rwanda Escalates

The fall of Goma to the M23 intensifies a humanitarian crisis, diplomatic tensions, and regional instability in central Africa.

The M23 rebel group, reportedly supported by Rwandan forces, has taken control of Goma, a key city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Over 600,000 people have been displaced, with humanitarian organizations warning of dire conditions, including shortages of food, water, and medical care.
The DRC accuses Rwanda of backing the M23 to exploit the region's mineral wealth, a claim Rwanda denies while citing security concerns at its border.
The United Nations Security Council held an emergency meeting, condemning violations of DRC's sovereignty and calling for immediate withdrawal of foreign forces.
Regional and international efforts, including an upcoming summit of East African leaders, aim to de-escalate the conflict, but diplomatic solutions remain uncertain.