- The ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) involves the M23 armed group, which is allegedly backed by Rwanda. Separately, a bill regarding referendums is moving through the Senate and awaits the Constitutional Court's review.
- Fighting continues in eastern Congo, with UN monitors tracking rebel activities and accusations against Rwanda.
The Virunga National Park, located in eastern Congo, is facing threats from the ongoing conflict involving M23 rebels allegedly backed by Rwanda.
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Updated Mar 30
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What happened
The Virunga National Park, located in eastern Congo, is facing threats from the ongoing conflict involving M23 rebels allegedly backed by Rwanda.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Virunga National Park
national park in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Democratic Republic of the Congo
country in Central Africa
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Rwanda
country in East Africa
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- The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) monitors protected areas in both Uganda and Rwanda.
- Rwanda is backing M23 groups in South Kivu, vying for control over mineral wealth.
- Amnesty International accuses M23 rebels, supported by Rwanda, of committing abuses in Congo mines.
- Armed groups are competing for lucrative mining areas in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- The government of Rwanda is planning park expansion and resident relocation in Musanze District.