Three South African soldiers killed in clashes with M23 rebels in DR Congo

Three South African soldiers were killed and 18 injured in clashes with M23 rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The incident occurred during an attack on Sake on Thursday, as part of a Southern African mission. The Democratic Alliance party expressed condolences to the families of the deceased soldiers. They highlighted concerns over the lack of communication from the South African military regarding the situation. The South African National Defence Union also criticized the silence surrounding the casualties, calling for immediate acknowledgment and information from leaders about the ongoing conflict.