politics
February 28, 2026
Mass graves discovered in DR Congo
The governor of DR Congo’s South Kivu province has reported the discovery of more than 170 bodies in mass graves in Uvira
TL;DR
- Over 170 bodies discovered in mass graves near Uvira, South Kivu province.
- M23 rebels accused of killing civilians suspected of supporting Congolese forces.
- Uvira was recently seized by rebels and retaken by the Congolese army.
- The conflict in eastern DR Congo has caused large-scale displacement and a severe humanitarian crisis.
- UN experts report M23 fighters have used 'extreme' violence against human rights defenders.
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