On July 27, militants from the ISIS-linked Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) killed at least 43 people in an overnight attack on a Catholic church in Komanda, northeastern DRC. The attack, which ended a period of relative calm, was condemned by the UN and mourned by the Pope. Despite joint military efforts by Uganda and the DRC, ADF remains active, often targeting civilians. Tensions are rising over Uganda’s growing military presence, with some accusing Kampala of undermining Congo’s sovereignty.
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I have the impression this happens regularly. But as usual, hardly anyone will be bothered, because of the religion of the killers and the religion of the victims. If the roles were reversed though…
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On July 27, militants from the ISIS-linked Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) killed at least 43 people in an overnight attack on a Catholic church in Komanda, northeastern DRC. The attack, which ended a period of relative calm, was condemned by the UN and mourned by the Pope. Despite joint military efforts by Uganda and the DRC, ADF remains active, often targeting civilians. Tensions are rising over Uganda’s growing military presence, with some accusing Kampala of undermining Congo’s sovereignty.
Sad news
I have the impression this happens regularly. But as usual, hardly anyone will be bothered, because of the religion of the killers and the religion of the victims. If the roles were reversed though…
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