HRW Accuses M23 Rebels and Rwandan Army of Atrocities in DRC's Uvira
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has released a report detailing severe human rights violations committed by M23 rebels and the Rwandan army during their month-long occupation of Uvira in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The atrocities, which occurred between late 2025 and early 2026, include widespread killings, rapes, and abductions of civilians. This findings were highlighted in a FRANCE 24 segment featuring an interview with Clémentine de Montjoye, a senior researcher for the Great Lakes region at HRW. The report underscores the ongoing instability and humanitarian crisis in the region, attributing direct responsibility to both the rebel group and state forces from neighboring Rwanda. The publication of these allegations adds significant pressure on international bodies to address the conflict's escalation and hold perpetrators accountable. The news coverage serves to amplify the voices of victims and provide documented evidence of war crimes, aiming to influence diplomatic responses and potential interventions in the Great Lakes area.
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