The Democratic Republic of Congo is currently facing one of the largest displacement and humanitarian crises in the world. The long-standing conflict in the country has resulted in the displacement of a staggering number of people. According to UN News, close to one million people have been newly displaced since January 2023, bringing the total number of displaced persons to an estimated 6.9 million. 

The civilian population in Congo has been severely affected by brutal attacks carried out by non-state armed groups. These attacks have caused loss of life, mass starvation, and increasing instability. The humanitarian situations continue to deteriorate, with millions of people facing critical needs that are unable to be met. 

One of the most recent and gruesome attacks took place on November 14, 2023, when an armed group targeted the northeast of Beni near the border of Congo, according to UNICEF. The attack resulted in the death of at least 29 people, including 8 children, and the displacement of  civilians. It also led to the destruction of shelter and personal belongings. 

The presence of various armed groups has plunged the nation into a cycle of violence, driven by competition over valuable resources such as minerals and land. This, in turn, exacerbates ethnic tensions, perpetuating a destabilizing cycle. The displacement crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo is a dire situation that demands urgent attention. With millions of people displaced and murdered, it is crucial for the international community to support efforts to end the violence and provide much needed relief to those who are affected.