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School fire in rebel-held Bukavu kills at least 17, including children

A fire at a school in Bukavu, a city controlled by rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, killed at least 17 people, including children, according to local and medical sources. The cause of the fire is not yet confirmed, and the death toll may rise. This incident highlights the vulnerability of civilians in rebel-held areas, where emergency services are often limited.

Straits Timesabout 16 hours agoCDengCredibility 44%View source

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