M23 Rebels and Government Forces Clash in Eastern DRC
Large-scale clashes erupted between the Congolese armed forces and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group near the city of Mullamba in South Kivu province. Heavy weapons are being utilized by both sides despite prior peace agreements, marking a severe escalation and direct military engagement.
Date: June 18, 2026
Location: South Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Conflict: M23 Rebellion
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Source: The Defense Post