UN experts accuse Rwandan army of 'summary executions' in DR Congo
Summary
UN experts report that Rwanda's army and the M23 group carried out summary executions and forced mass displacements in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo amid ongoing conflict.
Key Points
- UN experts accuse Rwanda's army and M23 group of summary executions and arbitrary detentions in eastern DRC.
- The report highlights mass displacement and destruction of homes linked to operations against the FDLR rebel group.
- At least 6,000 to 7,000 Rwandan soldiers remain deployed in DRC's North Kivu and South Kivu provinces.
- M23 responsible for 45% of summary executions recorded by the UN and engages in forced recruitment under its control.
