Islamic State Claims Deadly Attack on Congolese Church

The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for an attack on a church in northeast Democratic Republic of Congo, resulting in 38 deaths. The organization revealed their involvement through their Telegram channel, as previously indicated by local officials who blamed IS-backed rebels for the violence.

The Islamic State group announced on Monday that it was behind a deadly assault on a church in the northeast region of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The declaration was made via their channel on the messaging app, Telegram.

Local city officials had earlier reported that the attack, which left 38 people dead, was carried out by rebels supported by the Islamic State. The brutal assault targeted the Komanda church during a service.

This incident underscores the persistent threat posed by Islamic State fighters in the region, highlighting the ongoing instability and violence that affects local communities in northeastern Congo.

(With inputs from agencies.)