M23 rebels claim control of Goma as thousands flee the city in DR Congo

M23 rebels claim to have taken control of Goma, a city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, leading to the flight of tens of thousands of residents. Videos show rebels patrolling the streets after intense fighting with the Congolese army. The situation escalated after DR Congo accused Rwanda of supporting the M23 rebels. Rwanda denies this, blaming the Congolese army for the conflict. Key roads are blocked, and Goma's airport is no longer operational for evacuations. The UN has called for Rwanda to withdraw its forces and for the M23 to cease hostilities. The UK and France have also urged an end to attacks on peacekeepers. The UN is pulling non-essential staff from Goma amid ongoing operations.