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Congo to Try 75 Soldiers for Fleeing M23 Advance

Kehinde Giwa by Kehinde Giwa
February 10, 2025
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Congo to Try 75 Soldiers for Fleeing M23 Advance

Democratic Republic of Congo Fardc regular army soldiers sit at the back of a pick-up truck as they head towards the Mbuzi hilltop, near Rutshuru, on November 4, 2013, after the army recaptured the area from M23 rebels. Democratic Republic of Congo troops have driven out M23 rebels from several key positions in the east of the country in recent weeks, pushing on with an assault despite calls for a truce. Meanwhile African leaders will meet late on November 4 to discuss the next steps for a major peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as rebels there are forced onto the back foot. AFP PHOTO / Junior D. Kannah (Photo credit should read Junior D. Kannah/AFP/Getty Images)

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At least 75 Congolese soldiers will stand trial on Monday for fleeing the advance of Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in South Kivu province and for alleged crimes against civilians, including murder and looting, the military prosecutor’s office announced.

The United Nations has reported mass human rights violations following M23’s recent offensive, including summary executions, gang rape, and sexual slavery.

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Both M23 fighters and pro-government forces, including Congolese soldiers and militias, have been implicated in these abuses.

While Congo has not commented on allegations against its troops, it has urged the U.N. to investigate crimes it attributes to M23 and Rwanda. Rwanda denies supporting M23 and has rejected responsibility for the ongoing conflict.

Despite declaring a unilateral ceasefire, M23 rebels continue advancing south toward Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu. Last week, they seized Nyabibwe, located 70 km (40 miles) from Bukavu.

The accused soldiers were arrested for deserting the frontline after the town’s capture. Others facing similar charges may also be tried.

In Kavumu, a town north of Bukavu, fleeing soldiers allegedly killed ten people, including seven at a bar. Civil society leaders report ongoing looting by rogue troops. The provincial army has vowed to punish the deserters and urged civilians to remain calm.

Over the weekend, clashes were reported in a national park near Bukavu, but there was no significant escalation in fighting.

Meanwhile, African leaders recently convened a joint summit, urging all parties to engage in direct talks to defuse the crisis.

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