location: Marabu
notes: MONUC launched an operation against FNI in Marabu, Ituri. FNI members have been accused of lootings targeting Hema civilians in the district. 9 people have been killed in the operation, 3 leaders arrested, and around 30 civilians freed, including women who had been abused by militiamen.
target_text: location: Marabu, fatalities: 9