DRC conflict escalates as M23 claims its base was attacked by armed forces' 'combat drone'.

The article focuses on the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) conflict escalation, as M23 claims an attack on its base by a combat drone operated by DRC military forces, potentially marking the first use of a CH-4 unmanned aircraft system in a striking capacity. Topics include the significance of this move, the involvement of Burundian and Southern African move Community (SADC) forces, and the potential for future strikes and an escalation in the short term after the EACRF's withdrawal.