Burundi Denies Troop Withdrawal from DR Congo

February 19, 2025 19

Reuters reports suggest Burundi is withdrawing its forces from eastern DR Congo, where they were combating M23 rebels, posing a challenge for Congo’s army. However, a Burundian military spokesman dismissed these claims as “fake,” stating on X that their troops remain active in their designated areas.

Written by: Leonard Witbeen

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