The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has pledged to compensate Kenya for damages sustained at its embassy in Kinshasa, which was attacked and looted by locals on Tuesday amid escalating tensions as M23 rebels advance toward the capital. In a statement released on the same day, Prime Cabinet Secretary and
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Kenyan Embassy in Kinshasa Attacked Amid Escalating DRC Conflict
The Kenyan Embassy in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, has come under siege from protesters expressing their anger over the ongoing conflict in the eastern region of the country. Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'oei described the assailants as "marauding protesters" reacting to the violence that has claimed the lives
List of Embassies attacked in Goma, DRC Amidst Escalating Violence
Tensions erupted in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as protesters in the capital, Kinshasa, launched attacks on foreign embassies and a U.N. compound in response to the recent takeover of Goma by M23 rebels, who are reportedly backed by Rwanda. The violent outbursts reflect growing anger at perceived foreign
M23 Rebels Seize Control of Goma, Sparking Humanitarian Crisis and Regional Tensions
The eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has plunged deeper into chaos as the M23 rebel group announced its capture of Goma, the capital of North Kivu province, following intense clashes with Congolese government forces. The takeover, confirmed on January 27, 2025, has triggered widespread displacement, civilian casualties, and fears
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio Condemns M23 Assault on Goma, Reaffirms Support for DRC Sovereignty
In a significant diplomatic engagement, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) President Félix Tshisekedi to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and addressing the ongoing security crisis in the eastern DRC. The call, described as an introductory conversation, underscored the United States’ commitment to
Tragedy in Eastern DRC as 13 UN peacekeepers killed
The ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has taken a tragic turn, with reports confirming the deaths of 13 soldiers in recent clashes. This violence has contributed to a humanitarian crisis that has already forced over 400,000 people to flee their homes this year, as highlighted by