"Escalating Violence and Mass Displacement in Eastern DR Congo"

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"Escalating Violence and Mass Displacement in Eastern DR Congo"
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Over 200 people have been killed and thousands forced to flee as violence escalates in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, with the M23 rebel group advancing towards Goma, the capital of North Kivu province. The conflict, fueled by historic ethnic and national rivalries, competition for mineral resources, and geopolitical tensions, has led to widespread displacement and destruction. The international community is urging de-escalation and supporting regional initiatives aimed at resolving the crisis.

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