Democratic Republic of Congo: Goma, the infernal cycle of violence continues.

Goma, an emblematic city of the Democratic Republic of Congo, is once again the scene of scenes of chaos as the M23 rebels seem to have taken control of the city. The inhabitants, imprisoned between the wailing of sirens and the echoes of bullets, witness, disillusioned, a tragic episode of a saga already too well-known. What is this infernal cycle that never seems to break?

A circle of violence

As government forces struggle to maintain order, the M23, a rebel group whose resurgence is chilling, appears to be playing its last cards with disconcerting aplomb. This is not the first time that Goma has found itself in the eye of this storm, but each time, reproducing the same pattern of chaos and despair has become a grim routine. Who are the real winners in this tragic game of chess where each lost piece represents a sacrificed life?

Echoes from the streets: when fear reigns

As the hours go by, the stories of the inhabitants echo images of desolation. Fear sets in and testimonies pour in: separated families, closed businesses, deserted schools. Alongside the residents trying to flee the conflict, the images of soldiers, visibly overwhelmed by the events, only add to the ambient anxiety. The barking of the soldiers echoes against a backdrop of shouts, but what message do they really bring to the citizens?

International reactions: a deafening silence

In the face of this implosion, the international community seems to be watching with a neutral gaze, hiding behind a veneer of timid statements. Does the DRC deserve to be the scene of this uninterrupted tragedy without a clear reaction? Foreign governments must break their deafening silence and reflect on the implications of their policies on the ground. The situation in Goma is an urgent call for concerted action to put an end to this endless cycle of violence.

So, as Goma burns and its residents fight for survival, the specter of international indifference looms large. The population cries out in distress, but how long before that cry becomes an unquenchable roar? It is high time to reassess our priorities and act beyond words.