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🇨🇩 Goma's Uncertain Future Amid M23 Control
Goma, the capital of North Kivu in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is cautiously trying to return to normalcy after the Rwandan-backed M23 rebel group seized control on January 26, 2025. Despite reopened markets and shops, residents remain deeply apprehensive. The humanitarian crisis is worsening, with looting and displacement leaving thousands vulnerable.
The M23 has expanded its offensive, capturing key towns in South Kivu and signaling its intent to maintain control. Regional diplomacy is intensifying, with DRC President Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Kagame meeting for emergency talks. However, the path to peace remains uncertain as the conflict threatens to escalate further.
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Goma, the capital of North Kivu in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is cautiously trying to return to normalcy after the Rwandan-backed M23 rebel group seized control on January 26, 2025. Despite reopened markets and shops, residents remain deeply apprehensive. The humanitarian crisis is worsening, with looting and displacement leaving thousands vulnerable.
The M23 has expanded its offensive, capturing key towns in South Kivu and signaling its intent to maintain control. Regional diplomacy is intensifying, with DRC President Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Kagame meeting for emergency talks. However, the path to peace remains uncertain as the conflict threatens to escalate further.
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#DRC #Rwanda
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France 24
M23 rebels appear to seize most of Goma in eastern DR Congo
Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi will not attend crisis talks with Rwandan leader Paul Kagame on Wednesday, state media said, as M23 rebels backed by Rwandan troops appeared to…