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Who are the M23 Rebels in eastern DRC?

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18 Aug 2026, 06:06 GMT By Laura

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In the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), an armed group known as the M23 imposes its authority on local communities. But what is the history behind this movement?

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