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Sexual violence against children in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has escalated dramatically, with UNICEF reporting 170 cases of child rape in a single week in Goma and surrounding areas. The conflict, fueled by disputes over land and mineral resources, has led to a surge in violence perpetrated by armed men from all parties involved. Rebels, including the M23 group backed by Rwanda, have caused mass displacement and chaos in the region, with reports of grave violations against children reaching unprecedented levels.
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