Deadly Drone Strikes in Congo: Aid Worker Among Fatalities
Drone strikes in Goma, east Congo, killed at least three people including a French aid worker. This marks the first attack since AFC/M23 rebels took the city last year. The rebels accuse the Congolese army. The attack drew condemnation from French President Macron and concerns from neighboring Rwanda.
In a shocking escalation of violence, drone strikes in Goma, eastern Congo, resulted in the deaths of at least three people, including a French aid worker, marking the first such attack since AFC/M23 rebels captured the city last year. The rebels have accused the Congolese army of launching the attack.
The United Nations confirmed the fatalities and highlighted the potential of these actions to be deemed war crimes, as a UN staff member was among those killed. French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commissioner Hadja Lahbib condemned the assault, emphasizing the necessity to respect international humanitarian laws and protect aid workers.
The strikes have intensified regional tensions, with Rwanda voicing concerns about security along its border. Despite a peace accord brokered by the U.S. last year, allegations of Rwanda's support for the rebels persisted, leading to recent U.S. sanctions. The volatile situation continues to unfold as both Congolese and rebel forces engage in ambitious drone operations.
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