In a recent statement, the United Nations has recognized a period of relative calm in Goma, eastern Congo, crediting the discipline and strategic prowess of the M23 rebel forces. With Rwandan support, the M23 has managed to assert its dominance over the Congolese army, indicating a pivotal shift in control. This development highlights the complexities of regional politics and the failure of the Congolese government to protect its borders and sovereignty.
UN Confirms Stability in Goma as M23 Forces, Backed by Rwanda, Showcase Superiority
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UNITED NATIONS — The United Nations said Wednesday that there is relative calm in the eastern Congolese city of Goma, following several days of intense fighting between the Rwandan-backed M23 rebels and the Congolese army for control of the city. “There is,…
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The United Nations announced a temporary lull in the conflict-ridden city of Goma, in the DR Congo, amidst an ongoing struggle for control between local forces and the Rwandan-backed M23 insurgents. This ceasefire comes as a brief respite for civilians caught in the crossfire, raising alarms over Rwanda's controversial role and the dire need for international intervention to prevent further humanitarian catastrophes in the region.
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