The UN peacekeeping mission in DR Congo (MONUSCO) issued a stark warning this week after reports of a drone strike in Masisi, North Kivu, where clashes between government forces and M23 rebels have intensified. 🚨 MONUSCO called for an independent investigation, stressing that attacks harming civilians 'violate international law.'
Hospital Overwhelmed Amid Chaos
Medical charity MSF reported 42 injured civilians, including children, were rushed to Masisi General Hospital following Friday's strike. Two later died from shrapnel wounds. 🏥 'The situation is dire,' an MSF worker shared anonymously, citing strained resources.
Ceasefire Calls Ignored as Fighting Spreads
Fresh clashes erupted near South Kivu's Uvira town this week between M23 fighters and pro-government militias. This follows M23's brief capture of Uvira in 2022 before withdrawing. Eastern DR Congo remains trapped in a decades-long cycle of violence, worsened by the rebel group's resurgence since 2021.
Diplomatic Tensions Simmer
Kinshasa continues to accuse Rwanda of backing M23—a claim Kigali denies. MONUSCO urged all parties to prioritize peace talks, stating: 'There’s no military solution to this crisis.' 🔥
