Congolese Refugees Trapped: War at Home, Closed Doors Abroad

Fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to force people from their homes. But refugees now face a second crisis: host countries are cutting aid and tightening security, putting their basic rights at risk. The draft report describes a difficult reality. Congolese civilians are caught between an ongoing war in the DRC and shrinking support in the countries where they seek safety. Aid is falling, and borders are becoming harder to cross. As a result, the rights of these refugees are increasingly under threat.