Gunfire and looting erupt in Bukavu as M23 rebels advance in DR Congo

Gunfire and looting have erupted in Bukavu, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, as the M23 rebel group advances. Residents are sheltering in their homes amid reports of violence and looting, including at a World Food Programme depot. M23 fighters captured Kavumu airport and claim to have entered Bukavu, though reports vary. The situation has led to widespread fear, with the UN and EU expressing concern over the escalating conflict and potential regional implications. Uganda's army chief has threatened to attack the town of Bunia, raising fears of a broader conflict. The Congolese government accuses Rwanda of destabilizing the region, a claim Rwanda denies. The ongoing violence has displaced hundreds of thousands.