Today's Top Reports
Democratic Republic of Congo
Dozens of bodies found in Kasanga
Approximately 70 beheaded bodies were found in a Kasanga church, believed to be hostages killed by the Allied Defense Forces (ADF). Details of the massacre were not reported. This event took place on 02/15/2025.
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M23 rebels demand Burundi forces leave the Democratic Republic of Congo
The M23 rebel group has issued a demand for the immediate withdrawal of Burundian forces from DR Congo territory, particularly from areas including Nkomo, Nyangezi, and the Ruzizi Plain. This comes after M23 took control of Kavumu Military Airport on February 14, claiming the move was to prevent its use as a base for attacks against civilians by FARDC (Congolese armed forces) and its allies. The rebel group accuses the Burundian forces of contributing to ethnic cleansing and humanitarian crises in the DRC while also claiming that FARDC coalition forces retreated from Bukavu after engaging in looting. This event took place on 02/15/2025.
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Uganda's military chief gives ultimatum in Bunia
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda's military chief, has given armed forces in Bunia, DR Congo, 24 hours to surrender their weapons or face attack. While Uganda already conducts joint operations with DR Congo against the ADF terrorist group, this ultimatum suggests broader military ambitions. The situation is complicated by Muhoozi's support for the M23 rebels, who recently captured key areas in South Kivu, and his close ties to Rwanda's President Kagame, who is accused of backing M23. This event took place on 02/15/2025.
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Gaza Strip
Three Israeli hostages released after 498 days
Three Israeli hostages - Sagui Dekel-Chen, Sasha Troufanov, and Iair Horn - have been freed after 498 days in Hamas captivity in Gaza. They were escorted by IDF troops to a military facility near Re'im for medical evaluations and family reunions. This event took place on 02/15/2025.
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Lebanon
Dozens arrested in connection to UNIFIL convoy attack
Lebanese authorities have arrested over 25 people following an attack on a UN convoy that injured two peacekeepers during protests by Hezbollah supporters near Beirut's airport. Interior Minister Ahmad al-Hajjar clarified that while these arrests have been made, investigations are ongoing to determine who was actually responsible for the attack. The government has pledged to strengthen security measures in response to the incident. This event took place on 02/15/2025.
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Somalia
IS-Somalia leader likely global head of Islamic State
Intelligence agencies believe Abdul Qadir Mumin, leader of IS-Somalia, has become the global head of Islamic State under the alias Abu Hafs al-Hashimi al-Qurashi. Born in Puntland and formerly active in the UK, Mumin joined IS in 2015 after leaving al-Shabaab. His rise marks a shift from IS's traditional Iraq/Syria power base. Under his leadership, IS-Somalia has become a crucial financial hub, funding affiliates across Africa and Asia through extortion and smuggling. This event took place on 02/15/2025.
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Dr. Corey Stutte
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