At least 10 people were killed by Islamic State-linked rebels in the village of Makoko in eastern Congo, as reported by a local official. The Allied Democratic Forces, an IS affiliate in the region, carried out the attack, prompting calls for joint operations by Congo and Uganda’s army to combat the group’s presence in the area. The ADF has been accused of mass killings, abductions, and intensifying violence near the border with Uganda, causing significant displacement and humanitarian concerns in the region.
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US backing for Ukraine frays three years after invasion
Ukraine is in the fourth year of a brutal war with Russia, facing uncertain support from the US as troops fight against relentless enemy advances. Despite tensions between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskiy, US officials have engaged in direct talks with Russia, excluding Kyiv and Europe. With European leaders visiting to commemorate the conflict, Zelenskiy is navigating complex relationships to secure vital military assistance and pursue a potential peace deal amid escalating tensions. Full Article
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