The humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is rapidly deteriorating, with UN agencies warning of a worsening situation.
The conflict between government forces and the Rwandan-backed M23 armed group has intensified, with the rebels seizing the provincial capital, Goma, and closing in on the key city of Bukavu.
The situation is dire, with hundreds of thousands of people forced to flee their homes and seek safety in displacement camps.
The camps on the outskirts of Goma, which previously hosted over 300,000 people, are now emptying out as people flee the violence. Medical services are overwhelmed, and the World Food Programme (WFP) reports that water and food are running low, with the next 24 hours being crucial.
The human rights crisis is also deepening, with reports of summary executions, conflict-related sexual violence, and bombings of displacement sites.
The UN human rights office has documented numerous human rights abuses, including the execution of at least 12 people by the M23 and the rape of 52 women by Congolese troops.
The WFP is working to ensure the safety of its staff and resume operations as soon as possible. However, the situation remains volatile, and the humanitarian community is struggling to meet the urgent needs of the affected population.
The UN is calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and full humanitarian access to ensure that aid reaches those in need.
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