UN Security Council Urges Immediate Action to Halt Violence in DR Congo
The UN Security Council met urgently to address the escalating violence in Goma, DRC, driven by the M23 rebels and...
Month: January 2025
The Crisis in Goma: An Analysis of Political Dynamics and Humanitarian Fallout
Goma has fallen to the M23 rebel group, causing a severe humanitarian crisis with 1.5 million displaced persons. President Tshisekedi...
Somaliland’s Affection for Donald Trump: Hopes for Recognition in a Complex Landscape
Many Somalilanders hope that Donald Trump's presidency will lead to US recognition of their self-declared republic. Significant Republican support exists...
Protests Erupt in Kinshasa Amidst Violence in Eastern DRC
Protests in Kinshasa on January 28, 2025, led to the looting and burning of several embassies amid frustration over the...
Rwanda-Backed M23 Insurgency: A Renewed Threat to Eastern Congo
The M23 insurgency, backed by Rwanda, has resurged in eastern Congo, particularly near Goma, raising alarms about a repeat of...
France Intensifies Diplomatic Efforts Amid M23 Rebel Advances in Eastern DRC
French President Emmanuel Macron is amplifying diplomatic efforts as M23 rebels advance in the eastern DRC, leading to the displacement...
South Sudan Rescinds Ban on Facebook and TikTok After Violence Linked to Social Media
South Sudan has lifted its temporary ban on Facebook and TikTok, imposed after videos of alleged killings circulated online. The...
Valensi’s Recommendations for Israeli Withdrawal Strategy from Syria
Carmit Valensi from the Institute for National Security Studies advises Israel to set conditions for its withdrawal from Syria to...
Goma on the Brink: M23 Forces Capture Airport Amid Escalating Violence
The M23 armed group, backed by Rwandan troops, has taken control of Goma's airport after intense fighting, leading to numerous...
UN Security Council Urges Immediate Action to Address Crisis in Goma
The UN Security Council convened to address the humanitarian crisis in Goma, DRC, where fighting between M23 rebels and Congolese...
