M23 Rebels Seize Control of Goma in Eastern Congo

The fall of Goma marks a major escalation in the conflict, with widespread displacement, plundering, and international condemnation of Rwanda's alleged support for the rebels.

The M23 rebel group captured Goma, a city of nearly two million, after Congolese forces retreated and surrendered to UN peacekeepers.
The takeover has led to chaos, including prison breaks, looting, and a humanitarian crisis, with many residents fleeing to neighboring countries.
Rwanda faces accusations from the UN and Congo of supporting the M23 rebels with weapons and personnel, claims it denies.
The conflict has left Goma without electricity, water, and basic supplies, with food prices skyrocketing and residents struggling to survive.
The UN Security Council held an emergency meeting, urging Rwanda to withdraw its involvement, as regional leaders plan a summit to address the crisis.