Over 400 Dead in Congo Mine Disaster: A Stark Reminder of Global Instability Affecting America

More than 400 lives have been tragically lost in a landslide at a coltán mine in Rubaya, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a catastrophe confirmed by local civil society leaders and former officials. This disaster occurred under the shadow of ongoing instability controlled by the rebel Movement 23 March (M23), underscoring how lawlessness overseas continues to fuel chaos that ultimately affects American interests. How Does Foreign Chaos Impact American Security? The dangerous conditions that led to this deadly landslide are not isolated from United States national security. The DRC's eastern region, rich in strategic minerals like coltán—essential for electronics...