
Rwandan-Backed Rebels Strengthen Hold in Eastern Congo
State of the World from NPR
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Escalating Conflict in Eastern Congo: M23 Rebels Assert Control
This chapter explores the M23 group's recent declaration of control over Goma in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting the region's strategic importance due to its mineral wealth. It also covers the escalating tensions as the Congolese president responds firmly to the rebel threats, suggesting the risk of increased conflict.
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