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The Democratic Republic of Congo has halted all university operations in territories currently held by the M23 rebel group, citing security risks and the need to protect students and staff amid ongoing conflict.
A significant breakthrough has been achieved in the Democratic Republic of Congo as government officials and rebel groups have agreed upon a roadmap for future peace talks.
Mocha, a former Yemeni trading hub historically known for its coffee, is now on the front line of the Houthi rebel group’s campaign against Saudi Arabia.
Colombian cartels and rebel groups are actively seeking and utilizing Ukrainian drone expertise, which has significantly altered the decades-long armed conflict in the South American nation by upending traditional aerial dynamics.
A truck bomb near the Venezuela border wounded 14 people at a Colombian police station, with the government blaming rebel groups for the attack, which occurred less than a week before the new president-elect takes office.
UN experts have called for an end to the 'reign of terror' perpetrated by the M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting the group's ongoing violence.
Mamata Banerjee urged the Election Commission to stop granting extensions to the Ritabrata Banerjee faction, alleging that the poll body's 'stoic silence' provided the rebel group with additional leeway in the dispute over the 'real' Trinamool Congress party.
Two rebel groups have launched a new joint offensive, surprising the Malian army, indicating a renewed period of conflict in the region.
The Vatican has excommunicated six ultraconservative bishops and hundreds of thousands of followers of the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) after they ordained new bishops without papal approval. This move marks a significant schism within the Catholic Church, with the Vatican threatening further excommunication for those who continue to support the group.
Colombia's government is considering peace deals with rebel groups, but the leading presidential candidate in today's election has indicated a preference for abandoning negotiations, suggesting a tougher stance.
Twenty rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs announced their merger with the Nationalist Citizens Party and met with the Lok Sabha speaker to demand recognition as a separate bloc. However, the official TMC leadership, led by Abhishek Banerjee, wrote to the speaker opposing this recognition.
Expelled Trinamool Congress leader Ritabrata Banerjee has been chosen as the Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, with a rebel faction of 59 TMC legislators claiming the status of the main opposition party. This move represents a significant blow to Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress.
The Indonesian army announced that armed separatists in Papua killed eight civilians working as gold miners, while the rebel group claims the victims were military intelligence personnel.
The M23 rebel group has begun to pull back from towns in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as international pressure for a ceasefire intensifies.
A Malian rebel group asserts it has seized control of a military base, following the departure of the country's junta.
Jihadists and Tuareg separatists in Mali have for the first time launched a joint offensive against the military junta, with reports of smoke over Bamako and attacks on government officials.
A young rebel group demands a revolution where not all problems are solved within the individual's mind. There is an alternative to the diagnosis-centric system.
Myanmar's president has proposed peace talks to rebel groups within 100 days, an offer that has been rejected by the rebels.
The DR Congo government and the M23 rebel group have reached an agreement to facilitate humanitarian aid deliveries, protect civilians, and release prisoners within 10 days. This accord, made under the Doha Framework, aims to ease the humanitarian crisis in the region.
Peace talks between the government and rebel groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo have reportedly made progress.
A former lawyer for the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) has downplayed speculations that the erstwhile rebel group is breaking up after three political parties have emerged from among its ranks in the Philippines.
Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have carried out a second missile strike against Israel and pledged further attacks, intensifying concerns that the conflict could expand into the Red Sea region and further threaten global shipping through the critical Bab el-Mandeb strait, with the group's potential to disrupt global trade amid Strait of Hormuz chaos being highlighted.
The conflict in Congo persists, with President Tshisekedi facing challenges from the M23 rebel group and the perceived ineffectiveness of the UN peacekeeping mission, leading him to reframe the ongoing war.
Several people were killed today in a series of explosions in the city of Goma in Congo, the M23 rebel group announced. Drones hit a house in the bl
Drone strikes on a city in the Democratic Republic of Congo held by the M23 rebel group have resulted in several fatalities, according to various sources.
The United States has implemented visa restrictions on Rwandan officials, citing their alleged support for the M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
A mine collapse at a major coltan mining site in eastern Congo has reportedly killed at least 200 people, though the M23 rebel group controlling the mine disputes this official death toll.
Trump said the US International Development Finance Corporation would offer insurance "at a very reasonable price" to help ensure the flow of energy.
Congolese asylum seekers have reportedly rejected conditions set by the M23 rebel group for their return, prolonging their displacement.
Willy Ngoma, the spokesperson for the M23 rebel group, has reportedly died in North Kivu.
A spokesperson for the M23 rebel group was killed in a drone strike by the Congo army in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Officials report that a spokesperson for the M23 rebel group was killed in a drone strike carried out by the Congo army.
Colombia has identified the remains of a rebel group priest who was killed in 1966, bringing closure to a long-standing mystery.
The Democratic Republic of Congo's government has suspended university operations in regions controlled by the AFC/M23 rebel group.
The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebel group have agreed on a roadmap for peace talks. This agreement, facilitated by international mediators, aims to resolve the conflict in eastern Congo.
Mali's army confirmed the release of 82 soldiers who had been held captive since nationwide attacks in April by al Qaeda-linked militants and a rebel group.
Twenty-seven former members and senior leaders of the FARC rebel group in Colombia have been indicted by a special court for war crimes, sexual violence, and kidnappings committed during the civil war.
At least 11 people were wounded by a car bomb in Colombia, just days before the presidential election. President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella has pledged a harsh crackdown on rebel groups and criminal organizations.
After Mamata Banerjee's loss of power, Martyrs’ Day is influencing rebel groups' struggle for the legacy of the Trinamool Congress (TMC).
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is grappling with the emergence of a third rebel group, while the BJP marks a significant move by inducting former Rajya Sabha MPs.
Rebel groups, including jihadists and Tuareg insurgents, launched a new wave of coordinated attacks on multiple towns and army bases across northern and central Mali. The Malian army claims the situation is under control, despite reports of rebels entering cities where Russian and government forces are present.
The article questions whether President Tshisekedi's pursuit of a third term benefits the Democratic Republic of Congo, warning that it could undermine democratic credibility and empower the M23 rebel group.
At least 20 lawmakers from the Trinamool Congress (TMC) submitted a letter to the Lok Sabha Speaker, stating that their rebel group had merged with the NCPI, a party formed in 2022.
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused Rwanda and the M23 rebel group of forcibly recruiting and detaining thousands of individuals in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Clashes have broken out in a town in the Democratic Republic of Congo following a deadly incursion by the ADF rebel group.
Colombia's ELN rebel group declared a three-day ceasefire to facilitate the upcoming presidential election. This temporary halt in hostilities aims to ensure a peaceful voting process.
Two rebel groups seized the city of Kidal in Mali on April 26, including a site that houses a ground control station for drones previously operated by the Malian Army.
The United States has imposed sanctions on former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila over his alleged support for the M23 rebel group. Kabila has condemned this blacklisting.
The EMC rebel group has taken responsibility for a bombing that killed 21 people in Colombia, acknowledging it was a 'mistake.' The incident has also led to accusations between the presidents of Colombia and Ecuador.
Mali has been embroiled in a protracted conflict, experiencing ongoing clashes with various jihadist and rebel groups since 2012.
Myanmar's military regime has expanded its ban on menstrual products, claiming that rebel groups are misusing them for first aid. Critics highlight the ban as an example of gender-based violence in the ongoing conflict.
The Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebel group have signed a Doha framework agreement, laying groundwork for peace despite remaining key issues.
The Uganda People's Defence Force (UPDF) has reportedly taken over Bunagana town in the Democratic Republic of Congo after the M23 rebel group completed its withdrawal from the strategic location.
Uncertainty persists regarding the promised release of FARDC soldiers held by the M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The situation highlights ongoing tensions and challenges in the region.
The alleged withdrawal of the M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of Congo conflict is shrouded in confusion, raising questions about the true state of affairs.
Entebbe Mayor Rulinda is reportedly linked to a suspicious transfer of Shs270 million, allegedly tied to the M23 rebel group.
President Emmanuel Macron announced the death of the aid worker, who was working for UNICEF, the UN children's agency, in Goma, an eastern DRC city held by the M23 rebel group.
Leader of rebel group says there is deep concern within Society of Labour Lawyers about courts and tribunals bill Lawyers affiliated to Labour were “blocked” from briefing party MPs to share…
Colombia's Defense Minister has expressed doubts regarding the ELN rebel group's pledge for an election ceasefire.
Authorities claim at least 200 people died in a coltan mine collapse in Rubayi, DR Congo, while the M23 rebel group, which controls the area, disputes this number, reporting only five casualties.
Iraq’s northern autonomous Kurdish region hosts camps and rear-bases operated by several Iranian Kurdish rebel groups, which have repeatedly faced cross-border strikes from Iran
The UK has condemned the M23 rebel group's capture of a town in the Democratic Republic of Congo and called for de-escalation.
DR Congo forces kill military spokesperson for M23 rebel group Anadolu Ajansı
Willy Ngoma, the spokesman for the M23 rebel group, was killed in a drone attack by the Democratic Republic of Congo's army in the eastern part of the country.
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Colombia’s largest remaining rebel group declared a unilateral ceasefire Monday ahead of next month's high-stakes congressional elections, which have already been marred by acts of violence against candidates in rural areas. The National Liberation Army, or ELN, said in a statement published on its website that it will cease attacks against military and electoral authorities to allow for people to vote “in liberty,” but did not clarify when the ceasefire would end. The re
A US Senior Adviser for Africa has attributed the recent surge in violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo to the M23 rebel group and Rwanda. This statement highlights ongoing regional tensions and external involvement in the conflict.
A local health organization has reported that armed opposition forces carried out a fatal attack resulting in 27 deaths, escalating concerns over civilian safety amid the ongoing civil conflict.
The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebel group have agreed on a roadmap for peace negotiations, aiming to de-escalate conflict in eastern Congo and move towards a lasting resolution.
As Abelardo de la Espriella takes office as president vowing a new military offensive, Colombia's last left-wing rebel group, the ELN, is preparing to resume fighting.
The M23 rebel group has established a parallel state in eastern Congo, implementing a sophisticated system to exploit coltan and other valuable resources.
The UN Human Rights Council has described the terror and sexual violence perpetrated by the M23 rebel group in eastern Congo as 'appalling,' highlighting widespread rape and mass rape as tactics of power and warfare.
The Colombian military successfully rescued 39 individuals who had been abducted by ELN guerrillas. This operation freed the hostages from the rebel group's control.
A faction led by Mamata Banerjee has informed the poll body that its organizational committees remain valid until 2027, in response to claims made by a rebel group regarding control of the party.
A Baloch rebel group has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing that allegedly killed over 30 Pakistani Coast Guards. The attack reportedly occurred at approximately 6:32 pm on July 3, when a member of its elite Majeed Brigade drove an explosive-laden vehicle into a Coast Guards camp.
Rebel groups in Myanmar are increasingly overwhelmed by the military junta, which is supported by Russia and China, in the country's bloody civil war. Rebels feel abandoned by the international community, facing superior numbers and weaponry.
Colombia's largest active rebel group, the ELN, has declared a unilateral cease-fire ahead of the upcoming presidential election, as authorities prepare for a closely contested vote.
Nineteen Members of Parliament from India's Trinamool Congress (TMC) party have reportedly joined a rebel faction. Notable figures like Yusuf Pathan, Saayoni Ghosh, and Mala Roy are among those listed.
Colombian rebel groups have announced a ceasefire during the upcoming presidential election, which is being held against a backdrop of rising violence. This move aims to reduce conflict during the electoral period.
The vehicle of a Colombian ruling party senator was targeted by a barrage of gunfire from a rebel organization, just weeks before the first round of presidential elections.
An analysis reveals that while jihadist and rebel groups in Mali have different agendas, they are united by a common enemy in the ongoing conflict.
The United States has imposed sanctions on former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila, citing his alleged support for the M23 rebel group.
France has urged its citizens to leave Mali as soon as possible due to escalating jihadist and Tuareg rebel attacks, which have also led to questions about the effectiveness of Russian support for the Malian junta. Morocco has reiterated its support for Mali's stability amidst the deepening security crisis.
Myanmar's junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, offered armed groups 100 days to join peace talks by July 31. However, several prominent rebel groups have rejected this offer, viewing it as a surrender ultimatum.
The Democratic Republic of Congo's army has accused the M23 rebel group and Rwanda of launching attacks, even as peace talks are underway in Switzerland.
The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo and rebel groups have reached an agreement to facilitate travel for aid convoys and cease attacks on civilians, according to the US.
A new report claims that Ethiopia is providing military assistance to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) rebel group in Sudan, potentially escalating regional tensions.
Human Rights Watch is conducting an investigation into the M23 rebel group's occupation of Uvira in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Reporters Without Borders states that the M23 rebel group in eastern Congo is holding civilians, including two journalists, in metal shipping containers without light or ventilation.
Several people have been killed in strikes on a city in the Democratic Republic of Congo that is held by the M23 rebel group.
The M23 rebel group has accused the Democratic Republic of Congo government of targeting civilians following a drone strike, escalating tensions in the conflict.
The son of the ousted shah and a longstanding rebel group spend big in Washington in hopes of ruling in Tehran
A report from Agenzia Fides highlights calls for sanctions against the M23 rebel group and its Congolese leadership, in addition to Rwanda, for their role in the conflict in DR Congo.
More than 200 people died on Tuesday in a landslide triggered by heavy rains at the Rubaya coltan mine in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the country’s mines ministry said on Wednesday. A senior official from the AFC/M23 rebel group, which controls the mine, told Reuters earlier that only five or six died in the […]
The United States has imposed sanctions on the Rwandan army and several top officials, accusing them of supporting the M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Kinshasa welcomed the move, while Kigali criticized it as 'unjust'.
UN Security Council lifts sanctions on Syria’s HTS rebel group The Straits Times
Venezuela's jungles have become an unregulated 'Wild West' for gold, diamonds, and coltan, with armed gangs and rebel groups acting as de facto regimes, while the Trump administration seeks to secure mineral access amidst concerns about Russian influence.
The border between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Burundi has reopened after an assault by the M23 rebel group.
Tanzania police dismiss 'rumours' of emerging rebel groups after viral videos thecitizen.co.tz
Colombia's president has accepted a rebel group's proposal to establish a commission to investigate its potential involvement in drug trafficking.