Historical Events tagged with "Democratic Republic of the Congo"
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South Kivu Tank Truck Explosion Kills Over 230
A large explosion occurred in South Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo, when a fuel tanker overturned and ignited. The subsequent fire claimed the lives of at least 230 people, with many others injured. Emergency services struggled to manage the chaotic scene, and the event highlighted the risks associated with fuel transportation in densely populated areas. Witnesses described panic and desperation as flames engulfed homes and individuals rushed to assist victims.
Continue ReadingA Lignes Aériennes Congolaises jetliner is shot down
A Lignes Aériennes Congolaises jetliner was shot down by rebel forces near Kindu in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, resulting in the tragic loss of 41 lives. The aircraft was en route to Goma, but its flight was suddenly interrupted when it became a target of the conflict raging in the region. The incident marked a significant escalation in the ongoing turmoil surrounding the Congolese Civil War, a multifaceted conflict that drew in various domestic and international actors.
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