"Rebel Advance Threatens Goma as Thousands Flee in Eastern DR Congo"
TL;DR
Thousands of civilians are fleeing Goma as M23 rebels launch a fresh offensive, raising concerns about the city's isolation and safety. The rebel group's recent escalation of attacks has displaced around 42,000 people since February 2, with reports of bombings and gunfire causing civilian casualties. The situation has prompted calls for diplomatic efforts and reinforcement of Congolese forces, amid accusations of support for the rebels from neighboring Rwanda, which Rwanda denies.
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- Congolese city Goma under threat as thousands flee rebel advance Reuters
- Residents scatter as they fear Congo rebel group will again seize key eastern city of Goma The Associated Press
- Thousands flee in eastern DR Congo as M23 rebels advance near Goma Al Jazeera English
- [PHOTOS] Uhuru holds talks with Museveni in Uganda The Star Kenya
- US pushes for dialogue as M23 rebels advance to Goma City The East African
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