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Rebels in Democratic Republic of Congo say they have taken key city of Goma

Rebels from M23 have taken control of the strategic city of Goma in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, as confirmed by multiple reports.
The United Nations has condemned the M23 advances and noted the presence of external forces supporting the rebels.
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa and Rwanda's President Paul Kagame have agreed on the urgent need for a ceasefire and peace talks.
The Democratic Republic of Congo has severed diplomatic relations with Rwanda, fearing that the M23 capture of Goma could lead to a broader war.

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Goma falls as embassies attacked in Kinshasa

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City of two million people captured by armed rebels as UN issues stark warning

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