Overview

• In eastern DRC, South African, Burundian, and Tanzanian troops are fighting against the Rwandan army and M23 rebels, with recent casualties among UN peacekeepers and civilians fleeing.
• Diplomatic efforts at the UN and African Union have failed to quell the conflict, as accusations fly between Congo and Rwanda over support for rebel groups and regional aggression.
• The Congolese government struggles to stabilize its territory, facing challenges from within and accusations of supporting Rwandan FDLR rebels, amid a backdrop of regional power plays.
• Dozens of Burundian soldiers detained for refusing deployment against M23, highlighting internal dissent and the complex dynamics of regional military involvement.
• The international community sends mixed signals, with some countries imposing sanctions on Rwanda while others support its military efforts, complicating the path to peace.