M23 rebels kill 13 peacekeepers in eastern Congo as violence escalates

Violence in eastern Congo is increasing, with M23 rebels killing 13 peacekeepers near Goma. The Congolese government has severed ties with Rwanda as the rebels gain control of key areas rich in natural resources like gold and coltan. M23 has occupied significant parts of North Kivu, including the town of Minova. Recent attempts to capture Goma failed, but the conflict has displaced over 400,000 people, many fleeing to Rwanda amid fears of further violence. The M23 is reportedly generating income from coltan production and is accused of exporting resources to Rwanda. The UN estimates that around 3,000 Rwandan soldiers are now supporting the M23, escalating the conflict further.