Rebels edging closer to taking key DR Congo city

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Rebels edging closer to taking key DR Congo city

Reports the airport has fallen adds to the sense that the M23 has the upper hand in the eastern city of Goma.
BBC News - 1d
DR Congo accuses Rwanda of ‘declaration of war’ after rebels enter key city

Officials warn assault on Goma by Rwandan-backed M23 militia could lead to wider regional conflict
Financial Times - 2d
Rebels Backed by Rwanda Announce Capture of Key City in Eastern Congo

The M23 militia, funded and directed by Rwanda, said it had seized the city of Goma, terrifying its people, many of whom sought shelter there after fleeing the rebel advance.
The New York Times - 2d
Rebels say they have taken key DR Congo city as thousands flee

Videos shared online by residents appear to show M23 rebels patrolling the main streets of Goma.
BBC News - 2d
DR Congo rebels close in on key city as 13 peacekeepers killed

The UN chief condemned the escalation, calling on Rwanda to halt support for rebels and withdraw.
BBC News - 3d
Rebels kill 13 foreign peacekeepers in DR Congo

Yahoo News - 4d
Rwanda-backed rebels capture key eastern DR Congo town

Yahoo News - Jan. 21
Rwanda-backed rebels seize key town in DR Congo

Yahoo News - Jan. 5
Rwanda-backed rebels seize key town in DR Congo

It is the second town seized by the group in as many days in the mineral-rich North Kivu province.
BBC News - Jan. 5

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