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Ituri conflict
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The Ituri conflict is an ongoing low intensity asymmetrical conflict between the agriculturalist Lendu and pastoralist Hema ethnic groups in the Ituri region of the north-eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. While the two groups had fought since as early as 1972, the name "Ituri conflict" refers to the period of intense violence between 1999 and 2003. Armed conflict continues to the present day.
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Violent death is now an everyday occurrence in Ituri.
The crisis in Congo won't be resolved without addressing all levels of this conflict.
This cycle of violence must end.
UNHCR described the situation as “escalating violence in Ituri province”, reporting killings and the destruction of villages in Djugu territory.
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Category:History of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Category:Conflicts