Paris – French President Emmanuel Macron announced the death of a French aid worker. She was working for UNICEF. The incident occurred in Goma, a major city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The anti-government M23 movement had seized Goma. Macron posted on platform “X.” He called for respect for international humanitarian law. He also urged protection for aid workers. These workers strive to save lives on the ground. He expressed the nation’s support.
He offered condolences to her family and loved ones. In a related development, Kinshasa forces launched attacks. They used long-range drones. The targets were sites controlled by the M23 movement. This action aims to strengthen government control. It focuses on the eastern regions affected by the ongoing conflict.