The United Nations Refugee Agency reported that 53 Congolese refugees have died in Burundi due to a cholera outbreak, anemia, and malnutrition complications. Over 100,000 Congolese have fled to Burundi amid intensified fighting near their border. Congolese officials described the situation as a "misery" and a "crisis completely forgotten," while also initiating a humanitarian mission to assist displaced individuals. The cause of some deaths remains under investigation.