UN human rights chief accuses Rwanda-backed rebels of child killings in Congo

The U.N. human rights chief has accused Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in Congo of killing children and attacking humanitarian aid facilities. This follows the rebels' recent capture of Bukavu, marking a significant escalation in violence in eastern Congo. The U.N. Human Rights Council has launched an investigation into atrocities committed by both M23 rebels and Congolese government forces. This includes reports of child recruitment and summary executions since the beginning of the year. Unlike in 2012, when M23 briefly seized Goma, analysts suggest the rebels now seek political power. The ongoing conflict has displaced over 6 million people, contributing to a major humanitarian crisis in the region.