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UN Confirms 89 Civilians Killed in Eastern Congo Attacks by IS-Linked ADF

MONUSCO urges independent investigations after an ADF assault on a Catholic-run clinic that may constitute war crimes.

Overview

  • The UN mission said the ADF carried out coordinated raids in Lubero territory between Nov. 13 and Nov. 19, striking multiple localities in North Kivu.
  • At least 17 people were killed inside the Byambwe health centre, including women in labor, as four patient wards were set on fire.
  • Officials reported additional abuses including abductions, looting of medical supplies, and the burning of homes and property.
  • The toll includes at least 20 women and an undetermined number of children, according to information gathered by MONUSCO.
  • The ADF, which pledged allegiance to Islamic State in 2019, continues attacks despite Congolese and Ugandan operations, while M23 holds other parts of North Kivu.