Karim Khan, the prosecutor for the International Criminal Court (ICC), has arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) as the country faces a surge in violence, particularly in the eastern region. This visit comes at a time when the Rwanda-backed M23 group has recently captured two significant cities,
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DRC urges Arsenal, Bayern Munich to dump “Visit Rwanda”
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Foreign Minister, Therese Kayikwamba Wagner, has called on top European football clubs Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to terminate their sponsorship deals with "Visit Rwanda." The appeal comes amid a worsening humanitarian crisis in eastern Congo, fueled by ongoing violence involving Rwanda-backed M23
Protesters in Kinshasa burn Kagame’s portraits as M23 seize Goma
Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has been engulfed in anger as protesters burned portraits of Rwandan President Paul Kagame and tore down Rwandan flags. The outrage comes as M23 rebels, allegedly backed by Rwanda, have taken control of most of Goma, a strategic city in
Tshisekedi to skip EAC peace summit amid rising tensions with Rwanda
In a significant development amidst escalating tensions, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Felix Tshisekedi will not attend a virtual summit of the East African Community (EAC) leaders scheduled for Wednesday. This decision comes as Rwanda-backed fighters have reportedly entered the Congolese city of Goma, raising alarm over the ongoing
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
Congo cuts Diplomatic ties with Rwanda over escalating Conflict
In a significant diplomatic shift, the Democratic Republic of Congo has severed all ties with Rwanda following a deadly surge in violence linked to the M23 rebel group, which is reportedly backed by Rwanda. The situation deteriorated over the weekend, with South Africa reporting that nine of its peacekeepers lost
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