DRC President defies Rwanda as crisis escalates in mineral-rich east

By Yolande Du Preez | Published Jan 30, 2025

Democratic Republic of Congo's President Tshisekedi launches aggressive military response against Rwanda-backed M23 rebels, while condemning global inaction as fighters seize strategic city of Goma. The escalating conflict threatens regional stability and has forced half a million people from their homes, sparking fears of a humanitarian catastrophe in Central Africa.