In Goma, the capital of the North Kivu province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), two explosions were reported overnight on March 11, 2023. The attacks, attributed to drones, targeted a city controlled by the armed group AFC/M23, which is reportedly backed by neighboring Rwanda. Early reports indicate that at least three people have died due to the attacks, including a member of humanitarian personnel from France, according to the rebel group's statements.

Witnesses reported hearing at least two explosions during the night, with one drone suspected to have crashed into Lake Kivu while the other struck a residential building. While the AFC/M23 claims three casualties, local sources confirm that one body was recovered from the damaged house, identified as part of a United Nations personnel. These incidents underscore the rising tensions and violence in the region, where local and international entities are struggling to maintain peace amidst ongoing conflicts.

This drone strike highlights the precarious security situation in Goma, where the armed group maintains a stronghold despite international efforts towards stabilization. The involvement of drones in these attacks not only escalates the threat to civilian life but also raises concerns regarding the use of advanced weaponry in regional conflicts. The implications of this incident may further complicate the dynamics of the DRC's already turbulent security landscape, with potential ramifications for international humanitarian operations that are critically reliant on local stability.