Rwanda-backed rebels capture strategic airport in eastern Congo
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels captured a strategic airport in the Democratic Republic of Congo, expanding their stranglehold over the country’s mineral-rich eastern region.
Rwanda-backed rebels claim to have seized a second airport in east Congo
Rwanda-backed rebels in eastern Congo have claimed that they have seized a second airport in the region following a days-long advance towards the Kavumu airport, which serves the South Kivu province
M23 rebels reach airport near Bukavu in eastern Congo
Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have reached the strategic Kavumu airport that services Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu province, three sources told Reuters on Friday.
DR Congo rebels capture airport as they advance in east
M23 rebels in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo have captured the airport serving the key city of Bukavu as they continue their advance. The militants' progress comes despite international calls for a ceasefire and a resumption of peace talks.
Fears in Bukavu as M23 seize key airport in eastern DR Congo
M23 fighters on Friday seized the airport serving Bukavu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, just as African leaders gathered for crisis talks on the escalating crisis.
Congo M23 rebels take airport near Bukavu as president seeks support abroad
(Reuters) -Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have taken control of the strategic Kavumu airport that serves Bukavu, the region's second biggest city, the rebel alliance and a civil security source said on Friday.
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Warring parties urged to allow aid, displaced people’s return in eastern DR Congo
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South Kivu: M23 claims capture of Kavumu airport
The AFC/M23 rebel movement in eastern DR Congo announced on Friday, February 13 that they had captured Kavumu airport, which is located about 25 kilometres from Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu ...
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South Kivu - M23 Accuses Government Forces of Killing 10 in Airstrike
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Conflict in eastern DRC provokes fears of regional war
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Trial begins for 84 Congolese soldiers accused of murder, rape and other crimes against civilians
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Ceasefire efforts falter as M23 rebels capture centre in South Kivu
A ceasefire order issued by East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) heads of state has hit a major obstacle after M23 rebels captured the Kahele Centre, located ...
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New Governor of North Kivu Extends Opening Hours At Border With Rwanda
The new governor of North Kivu Province in eastern DR Congo announced on Tuesday, February 11 a new extension of border crossing time between Goma city and Rubavu District in Rwanda.The new decision ...