At least 131 civilians killed in DR Congo by M23 rebels: UN mission

Residents hold candles as they gather in Beni, DR Congo

Residents hold candles as they gather in Beni, DR Congo on December 7, 2022 during a prayer vigil for victims of the ongoing unrest in the east of the country. A UN report says at least 131 civilians were killed by M23 rebels on November 29 and 30. PHOTO | SÉBASTIEN KITSA MUSAYI | AFP

Kinshasa

M23 rebels last month massacred at least 131 civilians in eastern DR Congo and committed more than two dozen rapes, according to a preliminary probe into the killings, the UN mission in the country said.