DRC Forces Launch Drone Offensive Against M23 in South Kivu
The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC), alongside the Wazalendo militia, engaged in fierce ground combat and deployed armed drones to recapture the strategic positions of Point Zero and Rugezi from M23 rebels. M23 retaliated with drone strikes on the village of Bidjaga, resulting in at least 10 civilian deaths.
Date: July 7, 2026
Location: South Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Conflict: M23 Rebellion
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Casualties reported: 10
Source: HumAngle / PlusNews