DRC: Analysts raise concerns for civilian safety after Goma drone strike blamed on Congolese army The death of a French humanitarian worker in a drone strike in Goma, occurred on 11 March, has raised new concerns about the growing use of aerial attacks in the conflict in eastern Democratic Republi...

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U.N. says MONUSCO will continue protection work as displacement climbs in eastern DRC Responding to a question from a Congolese journalist, U.N. Secretary‑General Gutierrez said MONUSCO will continue protecting civilians in parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo and support monitoring under Doha accords amid reports of 5.7 million displaced people and 21 million needing assistance.

As the humanitarian crisis escalates in eastern DRC, the U.N. reaffirms MONUSCO's vital role in protecting civilians amidst a staggering 5.7 million displaced people.

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Goma faces escalating violence as M23 advances and UN peacekeepers suffer casualties Goma faces escalating violence, prompting urgent calls for ceasefire to protect civilians and peacekeepers.

The UN warns that the situation in Goma is spiraling out of control, with armed clashes endangering civilians and peacekeepers alike.

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