Statement on escalation of violence in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo January 26, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario – The Government of Canada is deeply concerned by the escalating violence in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The ongoing conflict has displaced thousands of people and caused widespread suffering.
In recent weeks, there has been a surge in attacks by armed groups in the provinces of North Kivu and Ituri. These attacks have targeted civilians, including women and children. The violence has also led to the closure of schools and health centers, disrupting access to essential services.
Canada condemns these attacks in the strongest possible terms. We call on all parties to the conflict to immediately cease hostilities and respect international humanitarian law.
Canada is committed to supporting the people of the DRC. We are providing humanitarian assistance to those affected by the violence and supporting efforts to promote peace and security in the region.
We urge the international community to take action to address the root causes of the conflict in the DRC. This includes supporting efforts to strengthen governance and the rule of law, and to promote economic development.
Canada will continue to work with our partners to promote peace and security in the DRC. We will not rest until the people of the DRC are able to live in peace and dignity.
Contacts Media Relations Office Global Affairs Canada 343-203-7700 media@international.gc.ca
Additional information
- On January 25, 2025, the United Nations reported that at least 100 civilians had been killed in a series of attacks by armed groups in the eastern DRC.
- The UN has also reported that over 500,000 people have been displaced from their homes in the eastern DRC since the start of the year.
- The conflict in the eastern DRC has been ongoing for decades. It is fueled by a complex mix of factors, including ethnic tensions, competition for resources, and weak governance.
- Canada has been providing humanitarian assistance to the DRC for many years. In 2024, Canada provided over $100 million in humanitarian assistance to the DRC.
- Canada is also supporting efforts to promote peace and security in the DRC. In 2023, Canada contributed $10 million to the United Nations Mission in the DRC (MONUSCO).
Statement on escalation of violence in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
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