ISIL-Affiliated Militants Kill 13 Civilians in Ituri Province Attack
At least 13 civilians were killed and several others abducted when suspected ISIL-affiliated militants attacked the village of Banana École in DRC's Ituri province. Reported on August 11 by the UN humanitarian office, the assault saw attackers burn dozens of homes and loot local granaries, triggering the immediate displacement of over 28,000 residents. The attack highlights the deteriorating security situation in the east, where the Congolese military is simultaneously engaged in combat against Rwandan-backed M23 rebels.
Date: August 11, 2026
Location: Ituri, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Conflict: M23 Rebellion
Category: terrorism
Severity: HIGH
Casualties reported: 13
Displaced: 28,000
Source: Mirage News