M23 Rebels in Congo Say They Have Entered Bukavu

Rebels from the M23 group, allegedly supported by Rwanda, entered Bukavu in the Democratic Republic of Congo without facing resistance, capturing the major trading hub. The capture of Bukavu, following the fall of Goma, has raised concerns of a regional war and increased ties between M23 and Rwanda, potentially leading to further instability in the mineral-rich eastern Congo. The M23 rebels have vowed to march on Kinshasa, the capital, despite accusations of human rights abuses and violations of cease-fires.

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