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SANDF Surrenders to M23 Rebels as Conflict Escalates in Goma

Goma, DRC – In a dramatic turn of events, the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) in Goma has been forced to surrender to M23 rebels after running out of ammunition during ongoing clashes. The SANDF, which had been providing support to Congolese forces in the region, raised a white flag on Sunday, signaling their inability to continue fighting.

The situation in Goma, a strategic city in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, has rapidly deteriorated as M23 rebels, who have been advancing across the region, launched further attacks, overwhelming the military presence. The SANDF troops, who had been engaged in heavy fighting with the rebels for several days, were unable to defend their positions once their supplies ran dry.

Local sources confirm that the M23 forces have now taken control of several key areas within Goma, with the conflict spilling into other parts of the city. Civilians in the region are fleeing their homes as violence escalates. The international community has expressed deep concern over the mounting crisis, calling for an immediate ceasefire and a return to negotiations.

The Government has not yet issued an official statement regarding the surrender, but sources close to the military have confirmed that efforts are underway to ensure the safe release of the captured soldiers. As the conflict intensifies, regional stability continues to hang in the balance, with the international community urging all parties to engage in peaceful dialogue to resolve the crisis.