M23 rebels advance on Goma in eastern Congo displacing over 178,000 people

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The M23 rebel group is advancing toward Goma, eastern Congo, displacing over 178,000 people in two weeks. The rebels have captured key towns, including Minova, raising concerns about the humanitarian crisis in the region. Thousands of displaced individuals are arriving in Goma, fleeing violence and uncertainty. Camps are overcrowded, and many are leaving as the rebels approach. The situation remains tense as fighting continues. Rwanda is accused of supporting the M23 rebels, a claim it denies. The conflict in eastern Congo involves numerous armed groups and has led to one of the world's largest humanitarian crises, with over 7 million people displaced.


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