Twenty-three Congolese soldiers face death penalty or long prison terms for rape and desertion.

Twenty-three Congolese soldiers face the death penalty or lengthy prison terms for alleged crimes such as rape and desertion in eastern Congo's conflict zone. They were arraigned in a military court in Butembo, North Kivu province. Congo reinstated the death penalty in March, though no executions have taken place. The region suffers from ongoing violence as rebel groups vie for power and resources.

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