Heavy human-rights allegations follow fighting in DR Congo's Uvira
BBC Africa has documented serious civilian-rights allegations following the December capture of the eastern DR Congo city of Uvira by M23 rebels and allied forces. Residents describe a city still deeply traumatised by the violence.
BBC Africa has published a report based on witness testimonies from Uvira after the December capture of the city by M23 rebels and allied armed groups. Witnesses allege civilians were killed during raids on homes.
The city sits on the shore of Lake Tanganyika, inside one of eastern Congo's most intense conflict zones. A United Nations mission in the area has called for independent investigations into the alleged incidents.
The M23 movement and its spokesperson have rejected the allegations. Human-rights organisations are urging accelerated regional dialogue to better protect civilians in conflict areas. The full toll of events is still being established.
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