In response to Rwanda-backed rebels attempting to seize more territory in eastern Congo, President Félix Tshisekedi has called on young people to join the army to combat the rebels. The M23 rebels, supported by thousands of Rwandan troops, have advanced into Goma, the largest city in eastern Congo, causing fear and panic among residents.
The rebels are one of over 100 armed groups competing for control in Congo's mineral-rich east, which holds significant mineral deposits essential for global technology. Witnesses reported the rebels advancing towards Bukavu, the capital of South Kivu province, as the Congolese military faces challenges after foreign military contractors withdrew.
