Military forces from Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo successfully liberated more than 200 civilians during a joint operation targeting an extremist camp in eastern Congo, according to statements released Monday by Uganda’s military leadership.
The rescue mission, which took place last week, targeted a facility operated by the Allied Democratic Forces, an extremist organization with Ugandan origins that has been active in eastern Congo. This militant group declared its loyalty to the Islamic State organization approximately ten years ago.
The joint military operation represents ongoing efforts by regional forces to combat extremist activities in the volatile eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo, where various armed groups have operated for years.
