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Pope Francis calls for an end to hostilities in the Democratic Republic of Congo

On Wednesday, Pope Francis expressed his “extreme concern” for the worsening security situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

On Wednesday, Pope Francis expressed his “extreme concern” for the worsening security situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Rebels belonging to the M23 group – which most observers say is backed by Rwanda – are expected to take control of the key city of Goma in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo after capturing the city’s airport.