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Civilians at breaking point in eastern DR Congo warns top aid official, in call to resume talks — Global Issues
“The rapid and uninterrupted expansion of the conflict, particularly in South Kivu province, continues to inflict a heavy toll on…
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‘Over the precipice’: UN chief sounds alarm on DR Congo fighting | News
Antonio Guterres says a ‘regional escalation must be avoided at all costs’ as Rwanda-backed M23 forces gain ground in Democratic…
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DR Congo displacement, health crisis worsens amid dwindling aid access — Global Issues
“The crisis is worsening as people flee to areas where humanitarian aid cannot reach due to insecurity,” UN refugee agency…
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UNICEF sounds alarm over child crisis in eastern DR Congo — Global Issues
Catherine Russell, UNICEF Executive Director, expressed deep concern over the devastating impact on children and families. “In North and South…
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Peacekeeper killed in CAR, Gaza and DR Congo latest, preventing violent extremism — Global Issues
The ‘blue helmet’ was part of a long-rangeMINUSCA patrol to protect civilians, that was near the village of Zobassinda, in…
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M23 fighters resume attacks in DR Congo after two-day pause | Conflict News
Fighters continue advancing on South Kivu province despite ceasefire calls from regional leaders. The M23 rebels have resumed attacks on…
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Humanitarians uphold commitment to support civilians in eastern DR Congo — Global Issues
Bruno Lemarquis, Deputy Special Representative and Humanitarian Coordinator for the DRC, updated journalists on latest developments and obstacles to aid…
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Aid activities suspended in Yemeni governorate, Gaza humanitarian update, UN welcomes summit on DR Congo crisis — Global Issues
The decision follows the recent detention by the Houthi de facto authorities of eight additional UN personnel, including six working…
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DR Congo summit directs army chiefs to enforce ceasefire | News
The Rwanda-backed M23 is closing on the town of Kavumu in South Kivu in an offensive that has left thousands…
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Why have UN peacekeepers been in DR Congo for 65 years? — Global Issues
DRC gained independence in 1960 and since then the UN has played a crucial role in the country, notably through…
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