A series of explosions attributed to drones has killed at least one person as the attack rocked downtown Goma in eastern Congo.
U.N peacekeepers guard a house hit by a drone strike in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, Wednesday, March 11, 2026. People clear a house hit by a drone strike in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
A man stands in a house hit by a drone strike in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, Wednesday, March 11, 2026. UNICEF staff members mourn at the home of their colleague who was killed in a drone strike in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, Wednesday, March 11, 2026. U.N peacekeepers guard a house hit by a drone strike in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, Wednesday, March 11, 2026. – A series of explosions attributed to drones killed at least one person, a U.N. aid worker, as the attack on the Wednesday rocked downtown Goma in eastern Congo, according to the M23 rebel group and local residents. The drone strikes hit Lake Kivu and a private residence located about 50 meters from the home of former Congo President Joseph Kabila Kabange.M23 blamed the government for the attack. The government didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. The rebel group said that the attack killed three people, but the number couldn't be immediately confirmed. Residents said they only had seen a single body. Karine Buisset, a French national and a UNICEF employee, was in the residence and killed in the attack, M23 and residents said.“All of us at UNICEF are devastated and outraged by the killing,” Russell said. “Civilians, including aid workers, must never be targeted.”“I call for respect for humanitarian law and for the personnel on the ground who are committed to saving lives," he wrote on X. Since January 2025, conflicts have flared between the Congolese armed forces and the Rwanda-backed M23 after the group swept through the eastern region in lightning attacks and seized key cities. Ain February killed a spokesperson and senior official deeply involved in the operations of the rebel group. The conflict, which has raged on despite a truce brokered by the United States and Qatar, has sparked a huge humanitarian crisis, with at least 7 million people displaced. Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.▶Your Goodwill donations do more than you think: How one item supports job training in North FloridaVeteran helped by Operation New Uniform shares how $10K donation will help service membersTracking much-needed rain in our forecast as drought drags onJacksonville OIG launches investigation into JEA over millions in potential unpaid capacity fees‘The people’s utility’: Carrico considering council action after IG requests review of JEA feesLudacris takes the stage at Military Appreciation Day during The Players ChampionshipLawsuit filed over firearm policy at Bradford County FairMarch 10, 6 p.m. scene of a crash on Edgewood Avenue, News4JAX working to learn moreClay County to bring K-9s into high schools. Some parents have concerns about the programGet your garden growing! The weather is perfect and there is some rain on the wayDon't pack up the jacket despite near record highs in our forecastMorning Show anchor Bruce Hamilton shares update on his cancer journey🐾 Meet Chowder, a big-headed sweetheart with an even bigger heartThe Players Championship practice rounds get underway under sunny skiesMeteorologist Katie Garner breaks down your forecast for The Players Championship this weekDeadly Westside crash closes lanes on 103rd Street near Valdura AvenueOff-duty Nassau County deputy rescues child from retention pondBishop Kenny boys basketball team has used youth to power run to final fourLoss last year in playoffs fueled this season's playoff run for Bishop KennyJFRD didn’t inspect a halfway house for 59 years. Now the house faces costly issuesProposal could bring new public beach access to Ponte Vedra BeachAG Pam Bondi talks about attack in New York CityAnother popular downtown business prepares to shut downWith days to go, House, Senate still at odds over Florida’s budget
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