Rwanda’s evolving stature ensures muted global pressure as M23 advances in eastern Congo
In 2012, when M23 rebels appeared poised to seize control of a major city in eastern Congo, western countries suspended aid to put pressure on Rwanda to withdraw its support
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Rwanda’s stealth occupation of eastern Congo
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Congo says it will seek to recover lost territory as Rwanda-backed rebels advance south
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M23 rebels expand their control of Goma in eastern Congo
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What Is M23, the Rwandan-Backed Group Fighting in Eastern Congo?
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Rebels Backed by Rwanda Announce Capture of Key City in Eastern Congo
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Congo’s M23 rebels say they have taken control of the key eastern city of Goma
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A rebel group is advancing on eastern Congo's largest city and over 100,000 people have fled
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Rwanda-backed rebels capture key eastern DR Congo town
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