DR Congo government rejects Kenya's naming of consul to occupied Goma
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Kinshasa said the appointment amounted to disrespect for the country’s territorial integrity and could appear to legitimise the M23’s occupation of the eastern city.
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- DRC-Kenya tensions rise after Kenya appoints a consul general to Goma.
- Goma has been under occupation by the Congo River Alliance, including M23 rebels, for seven months. 14s
- DRC says Kenya's action disrespects its territorial integrity and international law. 21s
- Kinshasa was not officially contacted by Kenya before the announcement. 39s
- M23 and other rebel groups continue to vie for control of eastern DRC. 1m 9s