By Emeka Blast 
Tragedy in Eastern Congo: At Least 21 Killed in Church Attack by ISIS-Linked Rebels
At least 21 people have been confirmed dead following a brutal attack on a church premises in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, according to local civil society sources. The attackers, believed to be Islamic State-backed rebels, stormed the compound in a deadly onslaught that has once again spotlighted the region’s deepening security crisis.
The incident reportedly occurred in North Kivu province, a region long plagued by violence from armed groups like the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) — an extremist group with known ties to ISIS.
“It was a bloodbath,” said a civil society leader, who described the scene as “devastating, with families caught in the crossfire while attending a church service.”
🔍 Background: The ADF has intensified its attacks in recent months, targeting both civilians and places of worship. Despite military efforts by the Congolese government and support from international forces, instability persists.
📢 Global Concern: Human rights groups and religious organizations have condemned the massacre, calling for stronger international support to end the violence in eastern Congo.
🕯️ Prayers and Calls for Justice: Local communities are mourning their loved ones, with many urging the government to do more to protect vulnerable populations and sacred spaces.
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