Congo criticizes UN Security Council for inaction on M23 takeover of Bukavu

The Democratic Republic of Congo has criticized the UN Security Council for its inaction following the M23 armed group's seizure of Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu province. The Congolese ambassador expressed outrage over the Council's failure to respond to the escalating violence. M23 fighters, along with Rwandan soldiers, captured Bukavu after previously taking Goma in North Kivu. The Congolese government has called for an emergency meeting of the Security Council to address the situation and take decisive action. A draft resolution led by France is under consideration, which calls for an end to M23's advances and the withdrawal of Rwandan troops. It also suggests resuming diplomatic talks between the DRC and Rwanda and proposes sanctions against M23 leaders.