Summary
More than 40 people died in an attack by an armed group linked to the Islamic State in north-eastern DR Congo. The attack happened during a nighttime church vigil in the town of Komanda, and children were among the victims. Shops were also looted and burned during the incident.
Key Facts
- More than 40 people died in an attack by Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) fighters in Komanda, DR Congo.
- The United Nations reported that nine of the victims were children.
- The ADF is an armed group that started in Uganda and is now based in DR Congo.
- The group carried out the attack as revenge and to spread fear.
- Shops and businesses in the area were looted and burned during the attack.
- The ADF is part of the Islamic State's Central African Province.
- DR Congo's military and Ugandan forces are conducting joint operations against the ADF.
- Komanda is located in Ituri province, known for its mineral resources and conflict.
