M23 Rebels Seize Control of Goma Airport

The M23 rebel group in the Democratic Republic of Congo has taken control of Goma's airport. Corneille Nangaa, who leads the AFC rebel alliance that includes M23, confirmed the capture. The Congolese government has yet to comment on this development.

The Democratic Republic of Congo's eastern city, Goma, has seen its airport fall into the hands of the M23 rebel group, according to diplomatic and security sources speaking with Reuters.

This development was corroborated by Corneille Nangaa, the leader of the AFC rebel alliance, which encompasses the M23 group, stating that the airport is now under their control.

As of now, there has been no immediate comment from the government of Congo regarding this situation.

(With inputs from agencies.)