M23 rebels escalate violence in Democratic Republic of Congo as they advance towards Bukavu

M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo have reportedly killed thousands of civilians and committed mass rapes, with mass graves confirmed. The group has taken control of Goma and is advancing towards Bukavu. The M23 militia, claiming to be a Congolese nationalist group, is holding rallies to promise safety amid the violence. They are backed by Rwanda and have plans to move further south. The situation has escalated significantly in just ten days, raising concerns about the ongoing civil war in the region.