War in Congo - Trapped in a Spiral of Violence

For decades, the Democratic Republic of Congo has been gripped by a relentless cycle of violence that has trapped its people in a spiral of suffering. Warring factions, armed with sophisticated weaponry, have turned the country into a battleground, leaving countless civilians caught in the crossfire. Sexual violence, systematic rape as a weapon of war, forced displacement, and widespread humanitarian crises have become the grim reality for millions of Congolese. Despite international efforts and peace agreements, the conflict continues to rage on, leaving a devastating toll on the lives and futures of its beleaguered people.