In the Democratic Republic of Congo, 66 soldiers have received death sentences for cowardice, mutiny, and disobeying orders, as reported by local media. This move is part of the army's efforts to enhance discipline while combating armed groups in the eastern region, where conflict has persisted for decades.
The soldiers were arrested on October 20 in Walikale for allegedly fleeing during clashes with the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation (FRN). The Congolese army has faced ongoing criticism for its lack of professionalism, and the recent sentences follow a broader trend of reinstating the death penalty for military offenses.