### [2026-06-3](/feed/2026/06/3/index.md)

##### Kivu conflict
# 16 civilians are killed by Islamic State fighters in the Mbau village in North Kivu's Beni territory. 




### Sources:

1. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/islamic-state-linked-fighters-congo-kill-16-ebola-hit-area-2026-06-03/)

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