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Fighting breaks out between Wazalendo and FRN in Burubi, DR Congo

By , based on Actualité.cd

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Clashes between Wazalendo fighters and rebels from the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation (FRN) were reported from 6am on the Burubi hills, near Kashebere, in Walikale territory. Fighting began on Friday 30 October, according to Actualite.cd.

Fighting has been under way since 6am on Friday 30 October between Wazalendo fighters and rebels from the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation (FRN) on the Burubi hills, near Kashebere, in Walikale territory, North Kivu, reports Actualité.cd.

The clashes are taking place in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. They are part of a series of battles between the FRN and government forces, including in Kaziba on 23 October and Gipimo on 26 October. The FRN was also reported to be heading towards Uvira on 27 October.

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