12 Jul, 02:47··

Fighting Between Army and AFC/M23 in DRC

RFI

Fighting is happening in South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo. The Congolese army and the M23 group are fighting. Rwanda is supporting the M23.

The conflict began when the Congolese army tried to take back control of Minembwe. The Twirwaneho group was holding the area. People are worried about violence. The military and Wazalendo militias are accused of intimidation, kidnappings, and abductions. These actions are happening in Baraka and Fizi-centre.

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Highlights

Fighting in DRC

The Congolese army is fighting the AFC/M23 group in South Kivu.

Twirwaneho Involvement

The Twirwaneho self-defense group holds Minembwe.

Rwanda Support

The AFC/M23 group is backed by Rwanda.

Civil Society Concerns

Intimidation, kidnappings, and abductions are happening.

Affected Areas

These incidents are in Baraka and Fizi-centre, South Kivu.

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