At least seven civilians have died in Kihondo, Bwito chiefdom of Rutshuru territory after they were caught in the crossfire following intense fighting between the Wazalendo militia and the M23 rebels on Saturday afternoon.
Sources have reported that the Wazalendo who are supported by the Tshisekedi regime attacked the M23 at their base where civilians have also found refuge.
The reports further indicates that the M2 forces suffered huge losses during the attack by the Wazalendo who also shot at innocent civilians during the ambush.
Fighting has continued in the territories of Rutshuru and Masisi, fighting continues between the M23 coalition and the FARDC soldiers supported by the Wazalendo.