M23 rebels accuse DRC forces of preparing major offensive in eastern Congo

The M23 rebel group has accused the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s military of launching offensive maneuvers in the country’s eastern region, signaling an imminent large-scale conflict. The rebels claim government forces are positioning troops strategically to escalate the situation, raising fears of renewed widespread violence.

This accusation highlights the fragility of the current ceasefire, with both sides trading blame amid a volatile security environment. Witnesses and analysts warn that without immediate intervention or renewed peace efforts, the region risks sliding deeper into chaos.