“UNICEF is devastated and outraged that our colleague Karine Buisset was killed in a reported drone strike on a building housing aid workers in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo.
“Karine was a dedicated humanitarian who worked tirelessly to support children and families affected by conflict and crisis. Our thoughts are with her family, friends, and colleagues during this extremely difficult time.
“UNICEF is continuing to gather more details about this tragic event. This is a painful reminder that courageous humanitarian workers must always be protected.”
French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed Buisset's death on social media, urging respect for humanitarian law and for workers "committed to saving lives."
The attack, which occurred before dawn on Wednesday in the Himbi neighbourhood, also claimed two other lives.
The M23 rebel group, which has occupied Goma since January 2025, blamed the Congolese government for the strike. No party has claimed responsibility. Drone and airstrikes in DRC reached a record high last month, according to conflict monitors.
French aid worker among three killed in drone strike in east DRC
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