**A FARDC vehicle ambushed by Mai-Mai fighters: a worrying situation in North Kivu**
On Thursday, November 14, an ambush orchestrated by alleged Mai-Mai fighters targeted a FARDC vehicle, with three soldiers on board, near the Kaliluku nature reserve, in the Lubero territory of North Kivu. The incident took place less than 10 kilometers from Lubero-Centre, highlighting once again the complexity and violence that reigns in this region of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Colonel Alain Kiwewa, administrator of the Lubero territory, reported that the attack fortunately did not cause any human losses, but that the attackers managed to steal three weapons as well as property belonging to the soldiers. This action demonstrates the ability of these armed groups to operate with impunity and to defy the authority of the State.
Faced with this escalation of violence, Colonel Kiwewa clearly demanded the return of the stolen weapons, threatening the alleged Mai-Mai fighters with reprisals if they did not comply quickly. He stressed that these acts jeopardized the security and stability of the region, and that any collaboration with armed groups would be severely repressed.
This new incident underlines once again the urgency of a vigorous response by the Congolese authorities to restore order and security in the North Kivu region. The situation of armed groups and the ongoing conflicts in this area requires coordinated and determined action to protect civilians and guarantee the integrity of the territory.
In conclusion, the ambush against FARDC soldiers by Mai-Mai fighters in North Kivu is a brutal reminder of the persistent instability that reigns in this part of the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is imperative that immediate and effective measures are taken to put an end to these attacks and ensure the safety of the people of the region.