DR Congo (east)
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WatchStableKivu clashes; no city changed hands
Fighting persists in the Kivus; US sanctions Rwanda's defence ministry
Why it's at this level
Clashes between the M23-led alliance and pro-government forces continued in North and South Kivu in late October, including fighting in the Kalehe hills, with no major city changing hands as of 1 Nov. On 28 Oct the US sanctioned Rwanda's Ministry of Defence for supporting the rebellion.
What this means for you
The conflict affects supply of minerals such as coltan and tin used in electronics.
Why it matters
A long war over mineral-rich territory, drawing in Rwanda and threatening a wider Great Lakes conflict.
What moves it
M23/AFC advances, Rwanda involvement, peace deals, mineral trade.
Status at each of the last 2 checks
How it's rated
Alert
Capture of a major city, or direct interstate fighting.
Watch
Active fighting or a fragile ceasefire.
Normal
Peace agreements holding; no major offensives.