US sanctions DRC rebel groups for violence, human rights abuses

FILE - Fighting has driven many in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to a refugee camp on the edge of Goma, pictured on July 11, 2024. The U.S. has sanctioned three rebel leaders accused of fomenting political instability, conflicts and civilian displacement in the country.

The U.S. government has sanctioned three rebel leaders accused of fomenting political instability, conflicts and civilian displacement in the Democratic Republic of Congo.