Rwanda, DRC Leaders Meet Amid Goma Crisis

Amid escalating violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame are set to meet at an emergency summit following the M23 rebel group's capture of Goma's airport and claims of controlling the city. The conflict has led to significant casualties, with reports of over 100 dead and nearly 1,000 injured, as hospitals are overwhelmed and humanitarian conditions worsen, prompting fears of disease outbreaks. The UN Secretary-General has urged Rwanda to cease support for the M23 and withdraw its forces, emphasizing the need to protect civilians amid ongoing clashes. Kenyan President William Ruto highlighted the crisis as an existential issue for the region, stressing the necessity for direct engagement to resolve the ongoing conflict. The unrest has displaced hundreds of thousands, with reports of looting and chaos in Goma, which has seen a surge of new arrivals at refugee camps. As tensions rise, the international community closely monitors the situation, advocating for peace and stability in the region.