Joseph Kabila: US sanctions DR Congo ex-president alleging M23 support
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US imposes sanctions on DR Congo ex-President Kabila alleging rebel support The US has imposed sweeping sanctions on former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila, accusing him of backing the M23 rebel group.
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What happened
US imposes sanctions on DR Congo ex-President Kabila alleging rebel support The US has imposed sweeping sanctions on former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila, accusing him of backing the M23 rebel group.
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