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An M23 soldier stands on a pickup truck as residents gather at the gates of the Unity Stadium in Goma on February 6, 2025. [AFP]
The United States has imposed sanctions on two armed group leaders, including M23 intelligence chief John Nzenze and Federation for Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR) commander Gustave Kubwayo, over alleged human rights abuses in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
The US accused the two of involvement in sexual violence and attacks on civilians, saying the measures target individuals linked to instability in the region.
“Today, the United States is taking further action to address threats to stability and prosperity in eastern DRC by sanctioning senior commanders of two armed groups previously designated by the US. The Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR) and the Rwanda-backed March 23 Movement (M23),” the State Department said.
