Rwanda-backed rebels violate ceasefire in Congo as death toll approaches 3000

Rwanda-backed rebels have violated a ceasefire by capturing Nyabibwe, a key mining town in eastern Congo, leading to a death toll nearing 3,000. An international arrest warrant has been issued for rebel leader Corneille Nangaa, accused of war crimes. The violence includes horrific reports of female prisoners being raped and killed during a recent jailbreak in Goma. The UN has confirmed that hundreds of women were victims of sexual violence amid the chaos, raising concerns about potential epidemics from unburied bodies. The M23 rebel group, which has taken control of Goma, had declared a ceasefire just days before the assault. The situation has led to significant displacement, with over 400,000 people fleeing their homes since the start of 2025.