DR Congo Man Sets Himself Ablaze to Highlight East Congo Genocide
Unidentified man stands in front of crowd in Kinshasa, holding a sign that reads, "Stop the genocide in the east."
The incident is a stark reminder of the ongoing violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
An unidentified man in the Democratic Republic of Congo has set himself on fire to bring attention to the ongoing genocide in the east of the country.
The incident reportedly took place in the capital city of Kinshasa. The man was seen standing in front of a crowd, holding a sign that read, "Stop the genocide in the east."
Eyewitnesses said the man poured gasoline over himself and set himself alight. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he is currently in critical condition.
The man's actions have sparked outrage and condemnation from around the world. The United Nations has called for an investigation into the incident, and the Congolese government has vowed to bring those responsible to justice.
The Democratic Republic of Congo has been plagued by violence for decades. The country's eastern region is particularly volatile, with armed groups vying for control of the area's rich mineral resources.
The ongoing genocide in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo is a humanitarian crisis. Millions of people have been displaced from their homes, and thousands have been killed.
The man's self-immolation is a stark reminder of the desperate situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The international community must do more to help end the violence and bring peace to the country.
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