Rwanda-backed Rebels Target Families of Fleeing Congolese Soldiers
Rwandan-backed rebels have targeted relatives of fleeing Congolese soldiers, chasing them out of military barracks and leaving them stranded in the city of Goma. The families spoke to The Associated Press about their new life of hardship and uncertainty. Many are forced to live in temporary settlements with limited resources and no guarantee of safety.
- The desperate measures taken by these families highlight the shocking humanitarian crisis unfolding in eastern Congo, where civilians are often caught in the crossfire between rebel groups and government forces.
- What role should international organizations play in addressing the plight of these families, who have been displaced by conflict in a region already ravaged by years of violence?