According to a confidential report by a group of United Nations (UN) experts, this has allowed Rwanda to gain political influence and access to mineral-rich territory.

The findings, compiled by a group of UN experts, suggest a direct link between Rwanda’s military operations and the rebel group's activities, marking a significant escalation in tensions between the two countries.

The M23 rebellion has intensified instability in eastern DRC, an area already plagued by decades of conflict and contested control over valuable natural resources. Rwanda has repeatedly denied backing the group, but the latest report raises fresh concerns over external interference and regional power dynamics.

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