Congolese armed forces retake control of Uvira after M23 withdrawal
The Congolese army has announced the recapture of Uvira, a city in South Kivu, following the withdrawal of M23 rebels. M23, backed by Rwanda, had seized the city in early December.
The Congolese army has announced the recapture of Uvira, a city in South Kivu, following the withdrawal of M23 rebels. M23, backed by Rwanda, had seized the city in early December.
On Sun, pro-Kinshasa Wazalendo forces entered Uvira, followed by Congolese special forces. The government confirmed the full recapture of the city on Mon.
Despite the withdrawal announcement by the rebels, local sources reported the continued presence of M23 police and military personnel in Uvira.
The Congolese army has announced the recapture of Uvira, a city in South Kivu, following the withdrawal of M23 rebels.
Residents welcomed the arrival of Congolese forces amidst sporadic gunfire, although there were reports of looting in the city. South Kivu officials indicated that M23 fighters have positioned themselves in the hills surrounding Uvira, maintaining a strategic advantage.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
