At least 131 civilians killed in DR Congo by M23 rebels: UN mission

Residents hold candles as they gather in Beni, DR Congo on December 7, 2022 during a prayer vigil for victims of the ongoing unrest in the east of the country. A UN report says at least 131 civilians were killed by M23 rebels on November 29 and 30. PHOTO | SÉBASTIEN KITSA MUSAYI | AFP

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  • In a statement issued , the UN's Monusco peacekeeping mission said investigators found 131 people had died, killed "as part of reprisals against the civilian population."