M23 Rebels Seize Uvira in Eastern Congo

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Saikou Jammeh and Ruth MacleanDecember 11, 2025 at 12:59 AM

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Despite a recent peace deal brokered by President Trump between Congo and Rwanda, the M23 rebel militia seized Uvira in eastern Congo on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. This capture gives M23 control of both the North and South Kivu regions, as Uvira was the last city in South Kivu under government control. Thousands are fleeing Uvira into Burundi due to the fighting. The M23 militia was not part of the Washington Accord negotiations, and separate talks led by Qatar have stalled. The UN has accused Rwanda of funding and directing M23, an accusation Rwanda denies.

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South Kivu ×230% Burundi 40% North Kivu ×240% Rwanda ×350% Democratic Republic of Congo ×460% Donald Trump ×370% M23 ×680%

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m23 rebels 100% eastern congo conflict 90% uvira seizure 80% peace talks 70% south kivu 60% north kivu 60% congolese security forces 50% armed conflict 50% washington accord 40%

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Center-Left (-0.30)

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90%

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Democratic Republic of Congo

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