France urges Rwanda to withdraw from eastern DR Congo after Goma capture
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France has called for Rwanda and M23 rebels to withdraw from the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after M23 captured the city of Goma. The French Foreign Ministry emphasized that Congo's territorial integrity is "not negotiable." M23 has vowed to continue its offensive, claiming it will march to Kinshasa. Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi has promised a strong response against M23 and Rwandan forces amid rising tensions. Rwanda's President Paul Kagame expressed readiness for confrontation with South Africa over its criticism of the M23 actions. The conflict has escalated, with M23 gaining territory in South Kivu and accusations exchanged between Rwanda and Congo regarding militia support.