M23 rebels advance in eastern DRC as UN calls for Rwanda to withdraw troops

M23 rebels have advanced further into eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, capturing key cities like Bukavu and Goma. The UN Security Council has called on Rwanda to stop supporting the group and withdraw its troops from the region. The fighting has caused over 50,000 Congolese to flee to neighboring countries. The Congolese army is reportedly retreating with little resistance, while clashes continue between M23 and local militias. In Lubero, some Congolese soldiers have been accused of looting as they flee. Ugandan troops have been deployed to stabilize the area, but concerns remain about their potential engagement with M23 fighters.