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WHO chief says rising violence in DR Congo 'deeply concerning'
We urge all parties to protect health and humanitarian staff, patients and health facilities,' says Tedros - Anadolu Ajansı
As it happened: Missiles fly over homes and bodies in streets in DR Congo city
In the aftermath of its withdrawal from Goma, the M23 suffered a series of heavy defeats at the hands of the Congolese army, which was backed by a multinational force. The M23 were subsequently expelled from the country. M23 fighters then agreed to be re-integrated into the army in return for promises that Tutsis would be protected.
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Potential Ebola outbreak reported in DRC at a time of strained U.S.-WHO relations
A potential Ebola outbreak has been reported in the DRC, at a time when the Trump administration has paused communication with the WHO.
Rebels edging closer to taking key DR Congo city
Violence erupts in mineral-rich DR Congo as rebels move into key city. Here’s what we know
Dead bodies on the streets and hospitals overwhelmed as rebels battle government in DR Congo city of Goma
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Democratic Republic (DR) of Congo emergency: next 24 hours are critical, warn United Nations (UN) agencies
The area was also the epicentre of an outbreak of a new strain of mpox, declared a public health emergency of international concern in August 2024. Dr. Marschang warned that the new wave of displacement will make it increasingly hard to track and treat the disease.
Mpox vaccines from Japan arrive in Democratic Republic of Congo
Japan has sent the Democratic Republic of the Congo 50,000 doses of a vaccine against mpox, previously known as monkeypox.
M23 Rebels Push Toward Goma, Triggering Major Humanitarian Disaster as Death Toll Climbs in Congo
Looting of humanitarian aid infrastructure has further hindered relief efforts, and thousands have fled their homes, adding to the growing refugee crisis.
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WHO warns of heightening risk of cholera spillover amid ongoing conflict in Congo
Situation in Goma particularly dire, with fighting damaging water and electricity systems, forcing residents to rely on unsafe sources like lake water, says emergency response coordinator - Anadolu Aj
U.N. chief warns of rebel advances in Democratic Republic of Congo
Advances being made by the M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of Congo are "heightening the threat of a regional war," according to U.N. Secretary General Antonio Guterres.
Rwanda-Backed Rebels, Congo Forces Fight for Control of Goma
Fighting between Rwanda-backed rebels and the Congolese army continued for a second day in Goma on Tuesday amid calls by African leaders for an immediate ceasefire.
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Embassies attacked in Congo's capital amid unrest
The French, US, Rwandan, Ugandan and Kenyan embassies in Democratic Republic of Congo's capital Kinshasa were attacked by protesters, a European diplomatic source said.
US urges UN action to stop Rwanda, M23 rebels in eastern Congo
The United States urged the United Nations Security Council on Tuesday to consider measures to halt an offensive by Rwandan troops and M23 rebel forces in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as a conflict there escalates.