Thousands of displaced Congolese, including children, have fled to Burundi, escaping violence as Congo battles Rwanda-backed M23 rebels. UNHCR estimates 10,000–15,000 arrivals, mostly from Bukavu. The conflict has killed thousands and risks regional war. Rwanda denies supporting M23, citing threats from a Hutu militia. Burundi hosts 91,000 refugees, mostly Congolese, for decades. n18oc_crux