Congolese Forces Regain Strategic Key Locations in South Kivu
The Congolese military (FARDC) and allied groups seized control of several key towns in the High Plateau of South Kivu from the Twirwaneho militia on June 18, 2026. The offensive follows the Washington peace agreement, which compelled the M23-allied rebel group to withdraw from strategic zones. The military's advance toward Minembwe has reportedly triggered significant internal divisions within the Twirwaneho, with some factions opting to surrender to the government.