19 Civilians Killed in Eastern Congo Attack

19 Civilians Killed in Eastern Congo Attack
————————
Nineteen civilians were killed and eight wounded in a night-time attack by rebels linked to the extremist Sunni group ISIS in Mukondo village, North Kivu province, eastern Congo.

The attackers, reportedly wearing clothing similar to army uniforms, also set fire to 26 homes, according to Reuters. This surge of violence has intensified insecurity in the mineral-rich region of Congo, where armed groups continue to exploit instability. The persistent attacks underscore the deep security crisis and the threat posed by militant groups in the area.