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A few days ago, a deadly attack by the ADF in the territory of Lubero cost the lives of several dozen civilians. Faced with this resurgence of violence, North Kivu civil society coordination met with MONUSCO in Beni to discuss measures for protecting populations.
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The meeting, held in Beni-ville, brought together civil society representatives from Goma, Beni, Masisi, and Nyiragongo.
During a visit to Ituri, the UN Under-Secretary-General for peace operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, called for concrete action to promote peace.
The MONUSCO firefighting unit is regularly called upon to intervene in several regions of the country where the Mission is present.
This introductory session aims to raise awareness among young lawyers in training about the United Nations agenda on Children and Armed Conflict (CAAC).
At the end of August 2025, the head of the United Nations Police Division, Faisal Shahkar, carried out a mission to the DRC to inquire about the progress of the reform of the Congolese National Police (PNC) supported by UNPOL.
The project, funded by KOICA for $6 million USD, was conducted in three provinces: Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu - provinces that have been plagued by armed violence for many decades.
In Ituri, MONUSCO has intensified patrols, deployed mobile operational bases, and conducted joint operations with the Congolese army.
In Buhima, the community grain mill runs on electricity and now allows the population to grind grain locally.
The event showcased female talent through an exhibition of artwork, jewelry, clothing, and handicrafts.
General De Mesquita reaffirmed the UN mission's commitment to protecting civilians and supporting the Congolese authorities in restoring peace and stability.
Ituri: MONUSCO and Komanda's vital forces want to strengthen the effectiveness of security responses
The MONUSCO Force Commander, General Ulisses De Mesquita Gomes, met on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, with local authorities as well as representatives of the vital forces of Komanda, in the territory of Irumu (Ituri).
20 Aug 2025