DR Congo rebel forces kill two, kidnap 10 others

The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo claims that neighboring Rwanda is supporting the M23 organization financially and logistically. These accusations have been frequently refuted by Rwanda.

DR Congo rebel forces kill two, kidnap 10 others

In the Kabasha region near the city of Beni in the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, ADF militants have killed two persons and abducted ten others.

This comes after aircraft attacks by Congolese soldiers on militia groups in the volatile east's Runyoni, Musangati, Chanzu, and Bunagana.

According to reports, some villages in Rutshuru that insurgents have taken control of have been blocked off, denying the locals access to food and medical care.

According to relief organizations, the recent resurgence of conflict in the area has resulted in the displacement of over 90,000 individuals.

The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo claims that neighboring Rwanda is supporting the M23 organization financially and logistically. These accusations have been frequently refuted by Rwanda.

Last week, President Félix Tshisekedi asked the youth to organize watch groups and enlist in the military to defend the nation against outside attack by armed organizations.