🧵1/3 The Democratic Republic of Congo faces one of the world's worst humanitarian crises, with 5.6M+ displaced people
Violence in the east continues due to state failures & foreign interference.
Global solidarity is needed now. The Congolese people deserve peace & justice.
Violence in the east continues due to state failures & foreign interference.
Global solidarity is needed now. The Congolese people deserve peace & justice.
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Its military controls M23 rebels, who attacked Goma on Jan 26, killing thousands.
The next day, Rwanda bombed hospitals, targeting civilians. Backed by the US, UK, France & EU, Rwanda exploits DRC’s resources for Western interests.
🟠Humanitarian aid for Goma
🟠End the failed 'state of siege'
🟠Sanctions on those exploiting DRC
🟠ICC prosecution of war crimes
The world must act now to bring justice, accountability, & peace to the people of the DRC
https://www.hic-net.org/hic-standing-in-solidarity-with-the-people-of-the-democratic-republic-of-congo/
We endorse the Bishop of Goma’s call to respect human rights, including the right to life and adequate housing.
Forced evictions in conflict zones constitute gross human rights violations