Thousands of people have taken part in anti-Rwanda protests in eastern Congo. This happened in the city of Goma. Rwanda is accused by the demonstrators of supporting the M23 rebels in the east of the country.
The protesters marched on foot and on motorbikes through the streets of Goma, the capital of North Kivu province bordering Rwanda. Some protesters attempted to enter Rwanda.
According to eyewitnesses, the police fired tear gas. In response, protesters threw stones and set fire to a photo of President Kagame of Rwanda.
USA: Rapid end to violence
Rebel group M23 took two new spots last weekend, including Kiwanja. In response, Congo expelled the country’s Rwandan ambassador.
The United States has strongly condemned the violence perpetrated by the M23 rebels. In a response, a State Department spokesman in Washington said the violence must end as soon as possible. The rebels must also disarm and resume talks with the government.
The violence comes after months of relative calm in the area. According to the United Nations, more than 90,000 people have been displaced since the violence broke out on October 20.
As unrest increased, UN peacekeepers evacuated 12 journalists by helicopter. In addition, 15 wounded Congolese soldiers were evacuated from the area by helicopter.
The North Kivu region, which borders Rwanda and Uganda, is rich in mineral resources. The US assumes that around 130 armed rebel groups are active.
Source: NOS
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