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DR Congo releases prisoners to M23 rebels

Updated 2026-08-07 20:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

The Congolese government released 15 prisoners to the M23 rebels as part of a Doha peace process, facilitated by the ICRC. This marks the first known transfer of detainees between the two parties in North Kivu.

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DR Congo releases 15 prisoners to M23 rebels as part of Doha peace process

ICRC facilitates first known transfer of detainees between Congolese government and M23 rebels in North Kivu.

2026-08-07 19:21 UTC