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Congo rebels promise security in Bukavu after looting

Rwanda-Backed M23 rebels have pledged to restore security in Bukavu after capturing the city with little resistance, leading to fears of a broader conflict.
Thousands of residents have fled to Burundi, while those remaining began returning to markets despite ongoing issues from recent looting.
The World Food Programme condemned the theft of 7,000 tonnes of humanitarian supplies, stating they were meant to assist vulnerable families.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned of the potential for regional war and called for diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.

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The Globe & Mail

A weakened Congo falls prey to foreign armies

With no real pressure against it, M23 continues to expand southward, now controlling both North Kivu and South Kivu provinces, while Uganda boosts its military presence in Ituri province to the north

3 days ago·Canada

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Deutsche Welle

DR Congo: M23-held Bukavu suffered wave of violence, looting

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwandan-backed M23 rebels have captured the city of Bukavu. As government forces retreated, a wave of violence and looting swept through the provincial capital. Now, civilians and the Red Cross are cleaning up the aftermath.

3 days ago·Bonn, Germany

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allAfrica

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Crisis - WFP Condemns Looting in Bukavu After M23 Rebels Move in

The UN World Food Programme (WFP) has condemned the looting of thousands of tonnes of relief supplies in the city of Bukavu in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), after Rwanda-backed M23 rebels swept in at the weekend, reportedly meeting little resistance.

5 days ago·South Africa

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Radio France Internationale

Eastern DRC: Despite fear of violence, Bukavu's inhabitants are timidly coming out

In the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), activities are gradually resuming in the city of Bukavu despite fear. Residents are starting to go out looking for food, but with more caution.

5 days ago·Paris, France

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Reuters

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Congo rebels promise security in Bukavu after looting

Residents of eastern Congo's second-largest city on Monday surveyed the aftermath of widespread looting that accompanied the arrival of Rwandan-backed M23 rebels who have pledged to restore order.

5 days ago·United Kingdom

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