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Despite major reinforcements, Kinshasa fails to regain control in South Kivu

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The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo patrolling in Fizi territory in South Kivu province, DRC, 31 January 2026.
The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo patrolling in Fizi territory in South Kivu province, DRC, 31 January 2026. ©  REUTERS/Gradel Muyisa Mumbere
The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo patrolling in Fizi territory in South Kivu province, DRC, 31 January 2026.
The Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo patrolling in Fizi territory in South Kivu province, DRC, 31 January 2026. © REUTERS/Gradel Muyisa Mumbere

The significant back-up forces sent to the DR Congo province since early June have failed to reverse the military momentum. As the rebels consolidate their positions, the government now fears that US commitment is waning.

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