Fierce fighting erupts in DR Congo as M23 rebels push towards Uvira. The situation remains tense, with reports of heavy shelling and gunfire emanating from the region.
M23 fighters have been making steady gains, moving closer to the key eastern city of Uvira just days after Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo signed a peace deal in Washington. The deal aimed to address long-standing tensions between the two countries but it remains unclear whether M23's advances will be halted by the agreement.
Meanwhile, the International Criminal Court has handed down a 20-year prison sentence to notorious Janjaweed militia leader, amid growing concern over atrocities committed in Sudan's Darfur region in the early 2000s. The ICC verdict brings long-awaited justice for thousands of victims and their families who suffered at the hands of the regime.
In another development, Tanzania has deployed police and army units to quell Independence Day protests that had been called by activists seeking to denounce post-electoral violence.
M23 fighters have been making steady gains, moving closer to the key eastern city of Uvira just days after Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo signed a peace deal in Washington. The deal aimed to address long-standing tensions between the two countries but it remains unclear whether M23's advances will be halted by the agreement.
Meanwhile, the International Criminal Court has handed down a 20-year prison sentence to notorious Janjaweed militia leader, amid growing concern over atrocities committed in Sudan's Darfur region in the early 2000s. The ICC verdict brings long-awaited justice for thousands of victims and their families who suffered at the hands of the regime.
In another development, Tanzania has deployed police and army units to quell Independence Day protests that had been called by activists seeking to denounce post-electoral violence.
just saw the news about the fighting in DR Congo and its really worrying, M23 rebels just keep pushing forward even after that peace deal... 
it's like they're not even bothered about the agreement, makes you wonder if it's all just a bunch of empty words 
. And on a more somber note, 20 years is still way too long for someone to be locked up for their crimes in Sudan, feels like justice is a bit of a joke sometimes 
. Tanzania's got its own problems to deal with now too, not sure how peaceful Independence Day is supposed to be when the police are cracking down on protesters 
. Tanzania's police deployment on Independence Day protests doesn't surprise me either - govts always try to crack down on dissenting voices 
. The real question is, what's being done to address the root causes of these conflicts? Just more talking and grand gestures won't cut it 
First, it's like DR Congo is at war again... M23 rebels just keep pushing forward, and I'm worried about all those innocent people caught in the crossfire 
. And can you believe Rwanda just signed a peace deal with DRC, but there are still so many guns blazing? 
. I can only imagine how tough it must've been for all those victims and their families. But honestly, what took so long?!
. I hope everyone stays safe and peaceful out there 
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. And now they're pushing towards Uvira? That's like a ticking time bomb waiting to happen.
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Wait, no... that's probably not the case at all! 
but can't we learn from these conflicts instead of constantly repeating them? 
doesn't anyone care about the people's voices being heard anymore? 
It's like we're still learning how to be civilized humans. I just wish we could have more peaceful conversations and fewer conflicts 
. I mean, just days after Rwanda & DRC sign peace deal, and already rebels are makin' gains? 
. Activists got a right 2 voice their concerns, but also gotta know how 2 do it without gettin too carried away 
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. You've got to wonder if Rwanda and DRC's peace deal can really stem the tide of violence in eastern Congo. And those M23 rebels are just making it harder to see a path forward 
. Still, it's heartening to see justice finally being served for the victims of Darfur - long overdue, but better late than never 
. Meanwhile, back in Tanzania, it's a reminder that even on Independence Day, there's always room for dissent and activism 
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. I'm all for peace and resolving conflicts peacefully, but when rebels are pushing forward despite a peace deal, it raises so many questions about its effectiveness 
, justice has finally been served after all these years. Tanzania quelling Independence Day protests with police and army units doesn't seem to be a good look for them though 
hope they can find a way to address their issues without hurting anyone.
but it's been like forever since these atrocities went down... meanwhile Tanzania's got its own issues with protesters and police brutality 
anyhoo, can we pls just talk about somethin' else? like have u seen the latest drops from @Nike? 
. it feels like they're moving backwards instead of forwards 
. also, 20 years prison sentence for the janjaweed militia leader is a major win 
. And what's up with these groups not listening to the agreements they make? It's like, if you can't commit to a plan, then maybe don't join a rebel group 
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