Rwanda-backed rebels have captured two key cities in Congo’s mineral-rich east in less than a month after a major escalation in their yearslong fighting against overstretched and weakened Congolese forces.

The accusation comes after M23 seized more territory in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. View on euronews

The United Nations Human Rights Council earlier this month launched a commission that will investigate atrocities.

Rwanda has responded to the UK government summons of its envoy by asking London to “avoid emboldening the DRC's position to seek a military-only solution” and instead work with African regional blocs to find a solution to the ongoing war in Congo.