223rd Battalion commander faked illness, troops abandon positions, hindering Congo's fight against Rwanda-backed rebels.
Army disarray is affecting Congo's fight against Rwanda-backed rebels, according to military officers. The 223rd Battalion was sent to the Lake Kivu area to repel the advancing rebels, but their commander faked a medical note to return to Goma, leading his troops to abandon their positions. This disarray has hindered Congo's efforts to counter the threat posed by the rebels.
July 04, 2024
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