DRC Seeks Chad’s Military Support Against M23 Rebels

20 February, 2025

The Democratic Republic of Congo, according to Reuters, has formally requested military assistance from Chad to combat the escalating insurgency by Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in its eastern provinces. A Chadian official and a source from the Congolese presidency confirmed the request, following a meeting between Congo’s Minister of Regional Integration and Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno on Tuesday.

Written by: Leonard Witbeen

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