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UN Reports 89 Civilians Killed in ADF Attacks in DR Congo's North Kivu

UN warns the Byambwe clinic assault may constitute war crimes.

Overview

  • MONUSCO documents coordinated assaults across Lubero’s Bapere and Baswagha areas from Nov. 13–19 that left 89 people dead.
  • At least 17 people were killed inside a Catholic-run health facility in Byambwe, including 11 women receiving maternity care, and four wards were set ablaze.
  • The mission reports abductions, looting of medical supplies, and the burning of homes and property in several communities.
  • Acting mission chief Bruno Lemarquis says violence against civilians, including in medical facilities, may violate international humanitarian law and constitute war crimes.
  • MONUSCO calls for independent, credible investigations and reiterates support to Congolese authorities, as the Islamic State–affiliated ADF remains active alongside broader insecurity involving M23.