News: The national army bombs M23 rebel positions in North Kivu
In a major offensive, the Congolese national army launched aerial bombardments on positions recently conquered by M23 rebels. Violent fighting is raging in the Kilolirwe region, particularly in Kausa and Muyange, on the Masisi-Kitshanga axis, in the territory of Masisi, North Kivu.
The information comes from local sources who also report intense ground clashes in the region. The villages of Rubona and Sisa, in the Bukombo group of Bwito chiefdom, are also affected by the clashes.
However, some sources report a relative calm this Thursday morning on the Kibumba and Buhumba axis, in the Nyiragongo territory. After Wednesday’s fighting and bombings, the situation appears to have stabilized in this area.
Civil society in the region says no significant change has been seen in the fighting in Kibumba over the past week, with each force maintaining its positions.
These clashes between the national army and the M23 rebels demonstrate the complex and volatile security situation in North Kivu. The region has long been the scene of armed violence and ethnic conflicts that jeopardize the stability of the country and the well-being of its population.
It is essential that the Congolese authorities take urgent measures to restore peace and security in the region and to protect the civilians who are the first victims. The international community must also support these efforts by providing humanitarian aid and offering political and diplomatic support to resolve the root causes of these clashes.
In conclusion, the situation in North Kivu remains worrying with ongoing fighting between the national army and the M23 rebels. It is essential to find a peaceful and lasting solution to this conflict to preserve the lives of local populations and restore stability in the region.