Islamist Terrorists Kill 57 Christians in North Kivu Region of DR Congo
Reports released on June 2, 2026, confirmed that fighters from the Islamic State Central Africa Province (ISCAP) killed at least 57 Christians during a week-long spree in the Beni region of North Kivu. Notable incidents included the slaughter of 16 people in Mayangose and the execution of 10 others. The violence is compounded by an ongoing Ebola outbreak in the same region, which has hampered humanitarian response and security efforts against the insurgent group.
Date: June 2, 2026
Location: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Conflict: M23 Rebellion
Category: terrorism
Severity: HIGH
Casualties reported: 57
Displaced: 800
Source: Barnabas Aid