Burundi begins withdrawal of troops from DR Congo after M23 captures Bukavu

Burundi's army is withdrawing from the Democratic Republic of Congo after M23 rebels captured Bukavu, the provincial capital of South Kivu. This follows M23's earlier seizure of Goma, the largest city in eastern Congo. Burundian troops had been in eastern Congo for years, initially targeting Burundian rebels and later supporting efforts against M23. Sources indicate that military trucks have been seen crossing the border into Burundi. The withdrawal marks a significant shift in Burundi's military involvement in the region amid ongoing conflict with M23 rebels.