US imposes sanctions on Congo armed group, mining firms over illicit minerals

A labourer carries a sack of ore at the Rubaya coltan mine, in the town of Rubaya, which is controlled by M23 rebels, in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo March 24, 2025. PHOTO/REUTERS 

What you need to know:

  • Congo, the United Nations and Western powers say Rwanda is supporting M23 by sending troops and arms.Rwanda has long denied.