Ballard Partners re-upped its agreement to lobby for the Democratic Republic of Congo amid escalating violence in the central ...

Rwandan-backed M23 rebels say they are now in control of the key eastern Congolese city of Goma. Their fighters continue to claim more territory in one of the world's most mineral-rich territories.

The U.N. says Rwanda-backed rebels are expanding their presence in eastern Congo after capturing the region’s major city.

Critical minerals factor into the fight.

The U.N. voices concern over alleged atrocities as Rwandan-backed rebels reportedly advance after seizing the city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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