M23 rebels claim control of Goma in Democratic Republic of Congo

M23 rebels claim to have captured the city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This follows a 48-hour ultimatum for Congolese forces to disarm. The UN Security Council condemned the rebels' actions and called for an immediate halt to their offensive. Kenya announced a summit with DRC and Rwanda to address the crisis. Fighting has intensified, leading to the evacuation of Goma's international airport and grounding of flights. Reports indicate that several hundred thousand people have fled the area due to the violence. The DRC accused Rwanda of a "declaration of war" for sending troops to support the M23. At least 13 soldiers from South Africa, Malawi, and Uruguay have been killed in the ongoing conflict. The situation has raised concerns about the humanitarian impact on civilians.