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- Erik Prince, founder of Blackwater, deployed a private security force to assist the Democratic Republic of Congo's army in securing Uvira from Rwanda-backed AFC/M23 rebels.
- This deployment marks Prince's first frontline involvement in Congo after U.S. threats against the rebels.
- The U.S. has offered support to Congo in exchange for access to its mineral resources.
- Prince's team provided drone support alongside Israeli advisers who trained Congolese special forces.
- The situation remains sensitive, with potential for future deployments as requested by the Congolese government.
