M23 rebels backed by Rwanda enter Goma in eastern Congo

Rwandan-backed M23 rebels have entered Goma, the largest city in eastern Congo, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. The U.N. reported that some regular Rwandan troops are supporting the militia. M23, an ethnic Tutsi-led group, claims to have seized control of Goma, a city of over 2 million people. This area has been a key location for displaced individuals and aid organizations. The situation remains unclear, with reports of explosions and gunfire throughout the day. The last time M23 occupied Goma was in 2012.