DR Congo: In Ituri, MONUSCO protects thousands of civilians fleeing armed violence

Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo Source: UN Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo More than 3,100 civilians have sought refuge in the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) temporary base in Rhoo, in Djugu Territory, Ituri, following violent clashes between armed groups. The violence broke out on the evening of Sunday, September 27, in the localities of Nyampala and Rhoo, involving, among o