June 2004
International Court Addresses Crimes Against Humanity in Congo - 2004-06-24
The International Criminal Court has initiated its first official investigation into crimes against humanity in the Democratic Republic of Congo since its establishment in 2003.…
President of Congo: I Will Disarm Armed Groups
Joseph Kabila, President of Congo, announced plans to disarm armed groups in eastern Congo and accused Rwanda of supporting dissidents. Rwanda denied the accusations and…
Possibility of Renewed War Between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda - 2004-06-23
Tensions are escalating between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, with Congo accusing Rwanda of supporting dissidents and sending troops to the border. Rwanda…
Burundi: Over 30,000 Congolese Refugees Have Fled Across the Border
Over 30,000 Congolese refugees have fled to Burundi due to ongoing conflict between government forces and rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The situation…
Rebel Commander Threatens to Resume War in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
General Laurent Nkunda, a rebel commander in eastern DRC, has threatened to restart conflict unless the government investigates alleged atrocities against the Tutsi minority. This…
Democratic Republic of Congo Officials Pursue Arrest of Failed Coup Leader from Last Friday - 2004-06-13
Officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo are attempting to arrest the leader of a failed coup that occurred last Friday, where a radio station…
Failed Coup in the Democratic Republic of Congo - 2004-06-11
A failed coup attempt occurred in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where President Joseph Kabila claimed to be in control after rebel soldiers briefly seized…
Government Troops Reach Ceasefire Agreement with Rebel Soldiers
Government troops in the Democratic Republic of Congo have reached a ceasefire agreement with rebel soldiers in Bukavu. The UN will deploy forces to monitor…
Battle Between Congolese Government Forces and Former Rebels - 2004-06-01
A battle erupted between Congolese government forces and former rebels near Bukavu, resulting in casualties. The UN maintains control over the airport facilities, while peacekeepers…