Systematic Rapes Reported in Congo
A recent report from Human Rights Watch says "virtually all" of the armed groups operating in the Democratic Republic of Congo's east, including the Congolese Army, have sexually abused civilians. The systematic rape of females is among war crimes allegations being investigated by the International Criminal Court in the Hague.
Related NPR Stories
Civil Strife Complicates Missionaries' Work in Congo April 22, 2005
U.N. Struggles with Congo Peacekeeping Mission April 15, 2005
Violence Increases in Democratic Republic of Congo April 6, 2005
Fleeing Attacks, Congo's Refugees Find Cholera April 3, 2005
Comments
Discussions for this story are now closed. Please see the Community FAQ for more information.