In recent days, the security situation around the city of Uvira, in South Kivu province of Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has rapidly deteriorated, reaching a critical point on 15 February.

Deaths reported after army clashes with allied militias Deserting soldiers sow panic in North Kivu, army says M23 offensive has sparked fears of wider war Feb 19 (Reuters) - Volleys of gunfire ...

M23 rebels, backed by Rwanda, continued their advance through South Kivu in the Democratic Republic of Congo, edging closer to Burundi ... Now, they appear to be heading for Uvira, a strategic city on ...

(Reuters) -Volleys of gunfire rang out in Democratic Republic of Congo's eastern border town of Uvira on Wednesday, local sources said, as clashes broke out among allied forces amid the advance of ...