UN chief calls for Rwandan troop withdrawal from DR Congo as violence escalates

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for Rwandan troops to withdraw from the Democratic Republic of Congo and stop supporting M23 rebels advancing toward Goma. The conflict in eastern DRC has intensified, resulting in the deaths of several peacekeepers. Previously, Guterres had referenced a UN report on Rwanda's support for M23 but did not explicitly demand a withdrawal. His recent statement follows the killing of three UN peacekeepers in the area, highlighting concerns over escalating violence. Guterres emphasized that attacks on UN personnel could be considered war crimes. The situation poses a significant threat to Goma, a city with over a million residents.