The escalation has forced Congolese political leaders to align themselves with either the state or Kabila's insurgency. This shift follows Kabila's vocal opposition to a critical minerals agreement between the DR Congo and the US designed to diversify American supply chains. Regional instability remains high, with recent reports that special forces led by Erik Prince suffered more than 20 casualties in an ambush.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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DR Congo Warns Joseph Kabila Plans General Attack With M23
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The newly established FRN coalition has absorbed the M23 rebel movement to challenge President Felix Tshisekedi's control over the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Kinshasa's government warns that former President Joseph Kabila, who now leads the movement, is orchestrating a "general attack" against national forces. This alliance replaces the previous AFC-M23 structure and incorporates Rwanda-backed rebels who have already captured part of the country's east.
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