European Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management, Hadja Lahbib, has warned of a “catastrophic” humanitarian crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), as fighting persists despite a proposed ceasefire.
Lahbib issued the warning during a visit to Goma, controlled by the March 23 Movement (M23).
The EU this week announced €81.2 million in humanitarian aid for the Great Lakes region, with a focus on eastern DRC.
Key developments:
• Lahbib called for respect for international humanitarian law, citing reported violations.
• Corneille Nangaa, leader of the Congo River Alliance (AFC) allied to M23, said the worst conditions are in government-held areas including Uvira, Beni and Bunia.
• Both the DRC army and M23 accuse each other of breaching a ceasefire proposed by Angola.
Clashes continue across North Kivu and South Kivu, raising concerns over aid access and regional stability.
ℹ️ africanews, Xinhua
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